Unit of competency
Modification History
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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 PSPTIS501A Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments.
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Application
This unit describes the skills required to collect and assess information about the nature and conditions of translating and interpreting assignments, to review personal competence to undertake an assignment and to negotiate an agreed approach to assignments with clients and booking agencies.
This unit applies to those working as translators and/or interpreters in negotiating assignments.
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 industry codes and standards for ethical translating and interpreting adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work independently using support resources as required, while performing complex tasks in a range of contexts.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Competency Field
Translating and interpreting
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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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. |
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1. Collect and assess assignment information |
1.1 Clarify the scope of assignments with clients, including terms and conditions and any specific requirements. 1.2 Analyse background information for details of the nature and conditions of assignments. 1.3 Identify performance expectations and their implications for undertaking the assignment. |
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2. Assess ability to complete assignment |
2.1 Identify and assess limits and responsibilities and their implications. 2.2 Undertake risk analysis and identify concerns. 2.3 Seek advice to inform decision-making process 2.4 Evaluate personal competence and preparedness to satisfy assignment requirements and areas for negotiation with clients. |
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3. Respond to assignment proposal |
3.1 Provide information to clients or booking agency on terms, conditions and conventions to inform an agreed arrangement. 3.2 Negotiate approach and working and remuneration conditions with clients or booking agency 3.3 Advise client or booking agency of decision to accept or decline the assignment. 3.4 Review decision-making process and record outcomes and agreements for future reference. |
Foundation Skills
The foundation skills demands of this unit have been mapped for alignment with the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). The following tables outline the English language performance levels indicated for successful attainment of the unit.
Further information on ACSF and the foundation skills underpinning this unit can be found in the Foundation Skills Guide on the GSA website.
Unit Mapping Information
This unit supersedes and is equivalent to PSPTIS501A Negotiate translating and interpreting assignments.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=bebbece7-ff48-4d2c-8876-405679019623
