Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake research that supports work across a wide range of recordkeeping functions. This is a foundation unit for any person wishing to pursue competency in recordkeeping and provides a sound basis for working across various recordkeeping functional areas. This unit is based on the joint Australian Society of Archivists (ASA) and Records Management Association of Australasia's (RMAA) Statement of Knowledge for Recordkeeping Professionals. No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit applies to individuals requiring some understanding of relevant theoretical knowledge relating to recordkeeping functions. It is not assumed that individuals at this level would have responsibility for supervising the work of others; however it is assumed that as a recordkeeping practitioner their work will support effective recordkeeping and governance practices across the organisation. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
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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. Research records and recordkeeping systems |
1.1. Identify purpose of records and recordkeeping systems 1.2. Define characteristics of records 1.3. Select appropriate recordkeeping system characteristics 1.4. Research theories and principles of recordkeeping |
2. Review recordkeeping context |
2.1. Define environmental context of records and recordkeeping systems 2.2. Research factors which may influence present or future needs of records or recordkeeping systems 2.3. Identify needs of stakeholders , agents and users of records 2.4. Research theories and principles relating to recordkeeping environment or context |
3. Document recordkeeping processes and practices |
3.1. Collate, analyse and document recordkeeping processes and practices 3.2. Write report on outcomes of research 3.3. Develop recommendations for future activity |
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 |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
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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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Purpose of records and recordkeeping systems may include: |
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Records may include: |
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Characteristics of records may include: |
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Purpose of recordkeeping systems may include: |
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Recordkeeping systems characteristics may include: |
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Theories and principles of recordkeeping may include: |
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Environmental context may include: |
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Factors which may influence present or future needs may include: |
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Needs of stakeholders , agents and users of records may include: |
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Theories and principles relating to recordkeeping environment or context may include: |
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Documentation relating to recordkeeping processes and practices may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Competency field
Competency field |
Knowledge Management - Recordkeeping |
Co-requisite units
Co-requisite units |
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