Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Library and Information Services
Certificate IV in Library and Information Services
BSB42115
AZK3
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 27/09/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 14/01/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use well developed skills and a broad knowledge base in a wide variety of contexts. They apply solutions to a defined range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They may provide leadership and guidance to others with some limited responsibility for the output of others.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)- six (6) core units plus
- nine (9) elective units, of which:
- five (5) elective units must be selected from Group A
- two (2) elective units must be selected from Group A and/or Group B
- two (2) elective units may be selected from Group A, B and/or Group C or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate III, IV or Diploma level.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG13 | BSBLIB402 | Consolidate and maintain industry knowledge | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUM29 | BSBCUS301 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL17 | BSBWHS401 | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI57 | BSBLDR403 | Lead team effectiveness | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWG18 | BSBLIB303 | Provide multimedia support | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL07 | BSBIPR401 | Use and respect copyright | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to four (4) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
Two (2) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWG20 | BSBLIB301 | Catalogue objects into collections | 80 | Unit of competency |
| AWG19 | BSBLIB302 | Develop and apply knowledge of archives | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWF71 | BSBSUS401 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVD13 | SISXFAC003 | Implement facility maintenance programs | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUU08 | ICTICT203 | Operate application software packages | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ68 | BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWG15 | BSBLIB306 | Process and maintain information resources | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWY86 | TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUU12 | ICTICT104 | Use digital devices | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWG17 | BSBLIB305 | Use established cataloguing tools | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI96 | BSBWRT301 | Write simple documents | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D696 | CUL40111 | Certificate IV in Library, Information and Cultural Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFQ7 | BSB40720 | Certificate IV in Library and Information Services | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
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