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Produce texts from shorthand notes

Produce texts from shorthand notes

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBADM301
State Code
AUL74
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
080901 - Secretarial And Clerical Studies
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to take shorthand from a dictation source at 60 words (or more) per minute, in accordance with the current Australian Standard for shorthand speed, and to produce an accurate text from the notes.It applies to individuals employed in a range of work environments who produce notes and texts from oral or printed sources using shorthand techniques. They may work as individuals providing administrative support within an enterprise, or they may be responsible for the production of their own notes and other documentation.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Take dictation using shorthand
  • 1.1 Identify organisational and task requirements relating to style, presentation and storage of documents prior to commencing the task
  • 1.2 Clarify purpose and requirements of text with the author/speaker
  • 1.3 Record shorthand notes from a dictation source at a minimum speed of 60 words per minute
  • 1.4 Clarify meaning and spelling of unusual names or terms to ensure accuracy of the notes
  • 1.5 Selfcheck shorthand notes for accuracy
2 Transcribe shorthand notes
  • 2.1 Produce text from shorthand notes to at least 98% accuracy
  • 2.2 Produce text within designated time lines
3 Edit and revise text
  • 3.1 Selfcheck final text for accuracy, spelling, grammar, punctuation and formatting
  • 3.2 Revise, format, print, name and store text in accordance with organisational and task requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0541 BSBADM301B Produce texts from shorthand notes Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCF12 BSBOPS401 Coordinate business resources Unit of competency
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