The Professional Competence Authority in Turkey has published two communiqués regulating national occupational standards in Official Gazette number 29451 on 20 August 2015 (duplicated). Communiqué 2015/12 on National Occupational Standards ("Communiqué 2015/12") introduces standards for seven new professions. Communiqué 2015/12 on Amending the Communiqué on National Occupational Standards ("Communiqué 2015/13") amends standards for six professions.

Communiqué 2015/12 regulates the national occupational standards for these professions:

  • Marble-Natural Stone Sizing, Stonecutter.
  • Hot Water Boiler Operator (Level 3).
  • Steam Boiler Operator (Level 4).
  • Hot Oil Boiler (Level 4).
  • Photojournalist (Level 5 and 6).
  • Reporter (Level 5).
  • Specialized Reporter (Level 6).

Communiqué 2015/13 amends the national occupational standards for these professions, previously regulated by a communiqué published in Official Gazette number 27418 on 26 November 2009:

  • Room Attendant (Level 2).
  • Floor Supervisor (Level 3).
  • Houseman (Level 2).
  • Public Area Supervisor (Level 3).
  • Assistant Housekeeper (Level 4).
  • Housekeeper (Level 5).

In general, National Occupational Standards are made up of three sections, contemplating the profile and definition of the profession as well as the method for assessment, evaluation and certification.

The two Communiqués address the assessment and evaluation to be used during certification purposes. The Communiqués specify the working environment, equipment, and other occupational requirements such as necessary health checks and trainings (if any). The Communiqués also outline duties and obligations for members of these professions, as well as success criteria and other personal abilities, such as knowledge, skills and behaviors.

You may access Communiqué 2015/12 and Communiqué 2015/13 and their annexes through these links (only available in Turkish)

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