Unit of competency
Modification History
Release |
Comments |
Release 1 |
This version first released with FNS Financial Services Training Package Version 1.0. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to process new applications for life insurance.
It applies to individuals whose job roles may require them to gather, enter, record and validate the information in insurance proposals and apply relevant policies and procedures to achieve the required outcomes.
Work functions in the occupational areas where this unit may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Implementation Guide Companion Volume or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.
Unit Sector
Life insurance
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. Receive applications |
1.1 Receive new life insurance applications and compile necessary documentation 1.2 Check that documentation is correct and complete in accordance with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 1.3 Gather further information from appropriate information sources as necessary 1.4 Enter application data in appropriate systems and verify data input accuracy |
2. Process applications |
2.1 Establish delegation authority in accordance with organisational procedures and refer application to appropriate authority as necessary 2.2 Consult with internal stakeholders about processing issues or concerns, as appropriate 2.3 Process application, once information is verified, in accordance with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 2.4 Communicate result to all relevant parties in accordance with procedures and regulatory requirements 2.5 Update records and file documentation in accordance with procedures and regulatory 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, 1.2, 2.1 |
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Writing |
1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.4, 2.5 |
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Oral Communication |
1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4 |
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Navigate the world of work |
2.1, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5 |
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Interact with others |
1.3, 2.1, 2.2 |
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Get the work done |
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 2.3 |
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Unit Mapping Information
Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
FNSILF302 Process a life insurance application |
FNSILF302A Process a life insurance application |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages. Minor rewording of performance criteria to clarify intent. |
Equivalent unit |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c7200cc8-0566-4f04-b76f-e89fd6f102fe