Unit of competency Outline

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Use legal terminology in order to carry out tasks

Use legal terminology in order to carry out tasks

Unit of competency
National Code
BSBLEG305
State Code
AUJ25
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
091103 - Legal Studies
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret and use legal terminology in order to undertake tasks.It applies to individuals who provide services to support legal practitioners, while under supervision. This unit underpins all units of competency in the Legal Services stream.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Use appropriate legal terminology in written and oral communication with internal and external parties
  • 1.1 Use appropriate legal terminology in both written and oral communication with internal and external parties
  • 1.2 Spell and pronounce legal terminology correctly and use in appropriate context when completing work tasks
2. Extend understanding of legal terminology
  • 2.1 Identify gaps in knowledge and seek clarification through appropriate source or designated person
  • 2.2 Identify and use abbreviations for commonly used legal terms and associated processes where appropriate
  • 2.3 Ensure questions relating to legal terminology can be answered and terms defined
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0814 BSBLEG305A Use legal terminology in order to carry out tasks Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCF50 BSBLEG311 Work in a legal services environment Unit of competency