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Release 1

This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0.

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 Take dictation using shorthand

1.1 Identify organisational and task requirements for the style, presentation and storage of documents prior to commencing the task

1.2 Clarify purpose and requirements of required text with the author/speaker

1.3 Record shorthand notes from a dictation source at a minimum speed of 80 words per minute, including using sophisticated abbreviations

1.4 Clarify meaning and spelling of names and technical terms to ensure accuracy of notes

1.5 Self-check shorthand notes for accuracy

2 Produce complex texts

2.1 Transcribe shorthand notes and produce complex texts to the required degree of accuracy

2.2 Ensure texts contain inserted information, objects and formatting as directed by the dictated source, that reflect the intended meaning

2.3 Produce text within designated timelines

3 Edit and revise texts

3.1 Self-check final text for accuracy

3.2 Revise, format, print, name and distribute or store text in accordance with organisational and task requirements

Skill 

Performance 

Criteria 

Description 

Reading

1.1, 1.4, 1.5, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.2

• Identifies and interprets information from organisational policies and procedures
• Comprehends texts incorporating symbols
• Proofreads own notes to ensure linguistic elements accurately meet audience and organisational expectations

Writing

1.3, 2.1, 2.3, 3.2

• Prepares texts from notes using appropriate structure, accurate spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Edits and corrects own work to ensure accuracy

Oral Communication

1.2-1.4, 2.2

• Listens for relevant information and asks questions to confirm task requirements
• Recognises structure and tone may change according to the purpose

Numeracy

1.3, 2.3

• Performs calculations required to measure output against timeframes

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 3.2

• Takes personal responsibility for adherence to organisational procedures and protocols

Get the work done

1.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.2

• Plans a range of routine tasks accepting goals and aiming to achieve them within allocated timeframes
• Understands the purposes, specific functions and key features of common digital systems and tools and operates them effectively to complete routine tasks

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Equivalence status 

BSBADM401 Produce complex texts from shorthand notes

BSBADM401B Produce complex texts from shorthand notes

Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages

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Release 

Comments 

Release 1

This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0.