Developing Skill Standards

This page offers industry groups and their job analysis experts documents and resources to develop new skill standards and apply to the Texas Workforce Investment Council (TWIC) for recognition of the standards.

To seek recognition for industry-endorsed skill standards developed outside of the State of Texas, please contact TWIC staff directly at (512) 936-8100.

Application Forms
Developing Skill Standards – A User’s Guide
An instructional document for Texas-based groups that includes step-by-step instructions to develop skill standards specifically for recognition.
Guidelines for the Development, Recognition, and Usage of Skill Standards
Policies related to the development of skill standards specifically for recognition, and requirements for review and update of existing skill standards, as needed.
Skill Scales Companion Guide
A tool to rate specific academic and employability knowledge and skills for a specific critical work function in terms of the level of skill complexity required by the work.