Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with BSB Business Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to transcribe court, parliamentary, police telephone scripts, or medical proceedings and to produce complex and accurate transcriptions within specified timeframes.
It applies to individuals who require specialist skills in word processing and audio transcription. In most cases they would work in an environment where transcription is a central aspect of their work role, but the unit may also apply to experienced administrative staff who use transcription in only part of their role.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Unit Sector
Administration – General Administration
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 Prepare for audio transcription |
1.1 Prior to commencing the task, identify organisational requirements in the transcription of proceedings in relation to style, presentation and storage of texts 1.2 Clarify with client the purpose and requirements of the transcript and the audio media to be used |
2 Transcribe audio tape or file |
2.1 Use accurate keyboarding skills to transcribe and accurately reflect oral proceedings at 70-80 wpm with 98% accuracy 2.2 Review transcript to ensure it presents an accurate and true record of proceedings 2.3 Predict the meaning of unclear speech from the context or clarify with the speaker/author 2.4 Clarify meaning and spelling of names or technical terms to ensure accuracy of the text 2.5 Produce text within designated timelines |
3 Edit and revise transcript |
3.1 Self-check transcription for accuracy 3.2 Ensure audio transcription reflects speaker’s/author’s intended meaning 3.3 Edit transcript to ensure grammar, punctuation and syntax are appropriate for intended purpose and audience 3.4 Circulate draft for checking in accordance with organisational and task requirements 3.5 Revise, format, name, store and print transcript in accordance with organisational and task requirements |
Foundation Skills
This section describes language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills incorporated in the performance criteria that are required for competent performance.
Skill |
Performance Criteria |
Description |
Reading |
1.1, 2.2, 2.4, 3.1-3.3, 3.5 |
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Writing |
2.1, 2.3-2.5, 3.3, 3.5 |
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Oral Communication |
1.2, 2.1-2.4 |
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Numeracy |
2.1, 2.5 |
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Navigate the world of work |
1.1, 3.4, 3.5 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 2.1, 2.5, 3.3, 3.5 |
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Unit Mapping Information
ode and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
BSBADM411 Produce complex texts from audio transcription |
BSBADM411A Produce complex texts from audio transcription |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=11ef6853-ceed-4ba7-9d87-4da407e23c10