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Conduct oral communication in a language other than English

Conduct oral communication in a language other than English

Unit of competency
National Code
SITXLAN008
State Code
OEC67
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/10/2022
Field of Education
091599 - Language And Literature, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
18/10/2022
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct both predictable and non-routine, varied communications, transactions and interactions in a language other than English.The unit applies to all industry contexts and individuals working in at many different levels of responsibility. This could include frontline, supervisory or management personnel.This unit may be customised for training delivery and assessment of proficiency in any language. This unit does not prepare individuals for the role of a translator or interpreter.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Converse with others in a language other than English.
  • 1.1. Use techniques to extend interactions with others.
  • 1.2. Seek and offer additional information and assistance to support quality of communication and service.
  • 1.3. Support communication with comments on topical familiar matters, workplace business and events.
  • 1.4. Use non-verbal communication to convey an acceptance of and sensitivity towards others.
2. Provide detailed information and advice in a language other than English.
  • 2.1. Identify need for detailed information and advice.
  • 2.2. Convey detailed information and advice using narrative and descriptive statements.
  • 2.3. Repeat, paraphrase and clarify communications to avoid misunderstanding and to explain difficult points.
  • 2.4. Use workplace documents, materials and other references to support explanations as required.
3. Respond to unpredictable situations and problems using a language other than English.
  • 3.1. Provide appropriate advice in response to requests, unpredictable situations and problems.
  • 3.2. Identify need for and seek assistance from others to better respond to the situation or problem.
  • 3.3. Identify key facts of problems and facilitate solutions through open communication with relevant people.
  • 3.4. Provide explanations of problems and their cause, and elaborate on details.
  • 3.5. Respond to conflict and complaints with sensitivity, following appropriate social and cultural conventions.
  • 3.6. Convey appropriate apologies and expressions of regret as required.
4. Conduct negotiations at a functional level in a language other than English.
  • 4.1. Facilitate negotiations at a functional level through exchange of key information and agreement on details.
  • 4.2. Provide appropriate explanations about products and services.
  • 4.3. Achieve mutual understanding and agreement.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWQ34 SITXLAN003 Conduct oral communication in a language other than English Unit of competency