FNS50410 Diploma of Conveyancing

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FNS50410 Diploma of Conveyancing

Modification History

Not applicable.

Description

This qualification is designed to reflect the role of persons carrying out conveyancing work in a range of environments.

Conveyancing is a licensed occupation. Licensing regimes for conveyancers differ between States and Territories in Australia. To determine the most appropriate pathway to satisfy licensing requirements within a particular State or Territory it will be necessary to contact the relevant licensing body for advice. Contact details for conveyancing licensing authorities are provided in the FNS10 Information Kit available on the IBSA website.

Pathways Information

Qualification Pathway

The primary pathway from this qualification is conveyancing job roles including:

in a small business practice

as a team member in a larger organisation

A further learning pathway utilising qualifications such as FNS60310 Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing would support career progression.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not applicable.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	accessing professional networks developing a rapport with clients developing and writing reports to specifications liaising, consulting and negotiating solutions with a range of people preparing, analysing and executing documents questioning, listening and clarifying clients' requirements using effective telephone techniques and having the ability to negotiate solutions with clients and colleagues
Teamwork	contributing to team cohesion developing and maintaining professional networks making constructive contributions to group decision making processes providing feedback, support and encouragement to team members receiving feedback on own performance referring to other professionals as required
Problem solving	collecting, comparing and contrasting data determining contingency strategies and options ensuring audit and security arrangements are in place to protect client's interests using analytical, evaluative and deductive reasoning using problem solving tools and techniques
Initiative and enterprise	creatively presenting information and advice to clients finding and securing new business relationships identifying new and emerging opportunities for the business and developing strategies to capitalise on them implementing continuous improvement practices setting goals in respect to client follow-ups
Planning and organising	developing and implementing policies and procedures in respect to trust accounts developing and maintaining systems, records and reporting procedures processing documents, maintaining files, managing information and scheduling and coordinating competing tasks using organisational skills to locate information on statutory and legislative requirements
Self-management	acting as a role model for others asking for and responding to feedback on performance managing own time and priorities and dealing with contingencies planning own work schedule and monitoring and evaluating own work performance presenting a positive organisational image taking responsibility as required by work role and ensuring all organisational policies and procedures are followed understanding and acting upon compliance requirements working ethically and complying with all industry codes of practice and legislative requirements
Learning	contributing to the learning of others through implementing team building exercises developing and maintaining personal competency developing and monitoring individual training plans encouraging continuous education and professional development following workplace safety procedures identifying and documenting training needs identifying opportunities for professional development improving professional practice of oneself and others maintaining currency of knowledge of legislation and industry codes of practice setting career goals
Technology	operating computers and using word processing, spreadsheet and database skills to produce workplace documentation reviewing and evaluating financial and IT systems for compliance with trust account requirements using business technology to access, organise and monitor information using custom made software to track clients and other persons using research data devices and telecommunication devices and equipment

Packaging Rules

Packaging Rules

13 units must be achieved:

11 core units

plus 2 elective units

the 2 required elective units of competency must be selected from the elective bank below.

Core units of competency:

BSBITS401A Maintain business technology

BSBOHS303B Contribute to OHS hazard identification and risk assessment

BSBWOR401A Establish effective workplace relationships

FNSCNV501A Take instructions in relation to a transaction

FNSCNV502A Read and interpret a legal document and provide advice

FNSCNV503A Analyse and interpret legal requirements for a transaction

FNSCNV504A Prepare legal documents

FNSCNV505A Finalise the conveyancing transaction

FNSCNV506A Establish and manage a trust account

FNSCNV601A Identify and conduct searches

FNSINC401A Apply principles of professional practice to work in the financial services industry

Elective units of competency:

BSBCUS501B Manage quality customer service

BSBFIM501A Manage budgets and financial plans

BSBHRM506A Manage recruitment selection and induction processes

BSBINM601A Manage knowledge and information

BSBLEG416A Apply the principles of contract law

BSBLEG417A Apply the principles of the law of torts

BSBLEG512A Apply legal principles in property law matters

BSBMGT502B Manage people performance

BSBMGT515A Manage operational plan

BSBMGT516A Facilitate continuous improvement

BSBMGT605B Provide leadership across the organisation

BSBPMG510A Manage projects

BSBRSK501A Manage risk

BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability

BSBWOR501A Manage personal work priorities and professional development

BSBWOR502A Ensure team effectiveness

TAADEL504B Lead and coordinate training services

Note: Certain elective units may be required for licensing in a jurisdiction, progress to membership of professional organisations or articulate with defined credit into further study in the FNS60310 Advanced Diploma of Conveyancing or higher education programs. Learners should establish such requirements or credit arrangements where they apply in order to make appropriate choices.