Notechs
Although not specifically mentioned, I did talk about observable, trainable skills in an earlier post. I didn't mention NOTECHS because it's not a perfect solution ... but it is a start. However, the real point comes back to Dunbar's comments about the gap between classroom theory and action. We have probably got things wrong in that we set the curriculum (JAR-OPS and the CAA Pink before that) and then set the exam (NOTECHS). Unfortunately, the 2 are not in synch. Add to that the fact that a significant number of facilitators cannot develop classroom events that generate changes in the behaviours captured through NOTECHS and you can see why there is some disillusionment. I've sometimes referred to CRM training as a cottage industry; lots of people beavering away in their own small world, happy with what they do. It can also be seen as the last refuge of the ungifted amateur ... but that is maybe too harsh in this season of goodwill.