Mapping	Notes	Date
Is superseded by PSPGEN140 - Use advanced workplace communication strategies	Non-equivalent. Unit code changed. Application and terminology updated, additions to Elements, PCs PE and KE, FS added and AC clarified.	02/Apr/2022
Supersedes and is equivalent to PSPGOV412A - Use advanced workplace communication strategies	Unit code updated. Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards. All PC transitioned from passive to active voice. Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit.	06/Mar/2016

Release	Release date
1 1 (this release)	07/Mar/2016

CodeSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Training packages that include this unit by the Title column	Release
PSP - Public Sector Training Package	Public Sector Training Package	1.0-4.0
DEF - Defence Training Package	Defence Training Package	2.0-5.2

CodeSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Code column	TitleSort Table listing Qualifications that include this unit by the Title column	Usage Recommendation	Release
DEF40817 - Certificate IV in Defence Financial Administration	Certificate IV in Defence Financial Administration	Current	1-2
DEF40917 - Certificate IV in Performance Based Contracting	Certificate IV in Performance Based Contracting	Current	1
PSP40116 - Certificate IV in Government	Certificate IV in Government	Superseded	1
PSP40216 - Certificate IV in Court Operations	Certificate IV in Court Operations	Current	1
PSP40316 - Certificate IV in Government Security	Certificate IV in Government Security	Current	1
PSP40416 - Certificate IV in Government Investigations	Certificate IV in Government Investigations	Current	1
PSP40516 - Certificate IV in Trade Measurement	Certificate IV in Trade Measurement	Superseded	1
PSP40616 - Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting	Certificate IV in Procurement and Contracting	Current	1
PSP40716 - Certificate IV in Heavy Vehicle Road Compliance	Certificate IV in Heavy Vehicle Road Compliance	Current	1
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Scheme	Code	Classification value
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	120505	Work Practices Programmes

Scheme	Code	Classification value	Start date	End date
ASCED Module/Unit of Competency Field of Education Identifier	120505	Work Practices Programmes	09/Aug/2016

Unit of competency

Modification History

Release

Comments

This unit was released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPGOV412A Use advanced workplace communication strategies.

Unit code updated
Content and formatting updated to comply with the new standards
All PC transitioned from passive to active voice

Application

This unit describes the skills required to use advanced workplace communication strategies. It includes dealing with complex enquiries and/or complaints, giving directions, managing meetings and giving presentations.

This unit applies to those working in public sector roles but may be applied to anyone working in a similar organisational context.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Those undertaking this unit will be working independently, with possible supervisory responsibilities, performing complex task in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.

Competency Field

General

Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS	PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Elements describe the essential outcomes	Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.
1. Deal with complex enquiries and/or complaints	1.1 Establish relationship with the client by displaying understanding towards client needs, and the nature of complaint and/or enquiry by listening, questioning and confirming. 1.2 Record complaint and/or enquiry, and verify with the client. 1.3 Obtain documentation to support complaint and/or enquiry if required. 1.4 Identify action available under organisational policies, and follow procedures to respond to and resolve complaint and/or enquiry. 1.5 Identify and refer complaints and/or enquiries that require other personnel or external organisations’ input to resolve. 1.6 Advise client of action taken to resolve the complaint and/or enquiry and record.
2. Give directions	2.1 Give ethical, lawful and reasonable directions to others, and protect staff from reprisals for refusing directions to act unethically. 2.2 Give directions and confirm understanding of directions. 2.3 Resolve problems or refer if required. 2.4 Provide feedback on implementation.
3. Manage meetings	3.1 Clarify purpose of each meeting and develop the agenda in consultation with participants. 3.2 Select procedure for each meeting and style of facilitating. 3.3 Chair meetings in accordance with agreed conventions for the type of meeting and legal and ethical requirements. 3.4 Ensure meetings are focused on the objectives of the meeting and are time efficient. 3.5 Enable participation, discussion, problem solving and resolution of issues by all those present. 3.6 Summarise decisions and recommendations, check for accuracy and record as required.
4. Make presentations	4.1 Make presentations to a range of audiences. 4.2 Structure presentations logically and ensure they contain relevant information to meet the purpose of the presentation. 4.3 Create, organise and select supporting materials and presentation aids to enhance audience understanding of key concepts and ideas. 4.4 Choose presentation strategies to match the characteristics of the target audience, the location, the resources and the personnel needed. 4.5 Evaluate effectiveness of the presentation formally and informally for the purpose of continuously improving future presentations.

Foundation Skills

Foundation skills are embedded within the elements and performance criteria of this unit.

Unit Mapping Information

This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPGOV412A Use advanced workplace communication strategies.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623

Assessment requirements

Modification History

Release

Comments

These Assessment Requirements were released in PSP Public Sector Training Package release 1.0 and meet the Standards for Training Packages.

Assessment Requirements created drawing upon specified assessment information from superseded unit

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

speaking and listening relating to sustained and sometimes complex communication exchanges
taking part in interpersonal exchanges of information, with a flexible use of register and strategies for interaction
dealing with complaints, clarifying meaning, exploring issues and using problem solving or referral
deriving meaning from sustained oral discussions
using observation to read non-verbal cues, especially those relating to culture, ethnicity, emotional state
using presentation software

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

public sector legislation including WHS and environment, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to workplace communication
complaints procedures
conflict resolution techniques
knowledge of organisation processes and hierarchy
official communication channels
organisational protocols and etiquette for oral communication
meeting formats and facilitation/chairing requirements to suit
presentation styles to suit different audiences

Assessment Conditions

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623

Unit of competency details

PSPGEN033 - Use advanced workplace communication strategies (Release 1)

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