Modification History
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Comment |
Release 1 |
Replaces AURS241608A Carry out cash and/or credit/funds transfer transactions Unit code updated to meet policy requirements Minor change to unit title Reference to OHS legislation replaced with new WHS legislation Licensing statement added to unit descriptor |
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency covers the competence required to undertake cash, cheque, credit/funds transfer card transactions. It also includes preparation and dispatch of debtor invoices. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competence applies to the following and should be contextualised to the qualification it is being applied:
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Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Handle cash transactions |
1.1. Cash is received and counted 1.2. Correct balance is determined, taking price, invoices, discounts, etc. into account, and correct change is given 1.3. Irregularities are noted and referred to appropriate persons for resolution 1.4. Cash is stored according to enterprise policies and procedures 1.5. Receipts are issued and transaction documented according to enterprise policies and procedures |
2. Handle credit/funds transfer card transactions |
2.1. Correct documentation and equipment for particular credit/funds transfer card is identified and accessed 2.2. Credit/funds transfer card recording device is identified and accessed 2.3. Recording device is operated according to provider procedures and taking into account enterprise credit limits 2.4. Irregularities are noted and referred to appropriate persons for resolution 2.5. Receipts are issued and transaction documented according to enterprise policies and procedures |
3. Handle cheque transactions |
3.1. Cheques are received and examined for correctness (amount, dates and signature) 3.2. Irregularities are noted and referred to appropriate persons for resolution 3.3. Cheques are stored according to enterprise policies and procedures 3.4. Receipts are issued and transaction documented according to enterprise policies and procedures |
4. Carry out invoicing procedures |
4.1. Calculations are performed to produce accurate customer invoices 4.2. Documentation is completed to ensure accuracy of content 4.3. Invoices are distributed to appropriate persons/section for certification prior to being dispatched 4.4. Verified invoices are dispatched within designated time limits 4.5. Invoices are copied and filed for auditing purposes according to enterprise policies and procedures |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
It is essential that competence in this unit signifies ability to transfer competence to changing circumstances and to respond to unusual circumstances in the critical aspects of:
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Context of , and specific resources for assessment |
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Method of assessment |
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Guidance information for assessment |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Methods |
Methods include:
Specific requirements may include:
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Workplace health and safety (WHS ) requirements |
WHS requirements may include:
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Resources |
Resources may include:
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Information /documents |
Sources of information/documents may include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Sales and Parts, Administration and Management |
Co-requisite units
Not applicable.
Competency field
Competency field |
Sales and Marketing |