Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Library and Information Services
Certificate III in Library and Information Services
BSB30420
BFS4
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 19/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who use a broad range of skills and knowledge in a wide variety of environments. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Library Assistant.
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 = Twelve (12)Six (6) core units plus
Six (6) elective units, of which:
- three (3) elective units must be selected from Group A
- one (1) elective unit must be selected from Group B
- for the remaining two (2) elective units:
- up to two (2) units may be selected from Groups A and B
- if not listed, up to two (2) units may be selected from a Certificate II, Certificate III or Certificate IV from this or any other currently endorsed Training Package qualification or accredited course.
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) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCD85 | BSBWHS311 | Assist with maintaining workplace safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCF16 | BSBOPS304 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWF42 | CUAIND202 | Develop and apply knowledge of information and cultural services organisations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCF47 | BSBINS301 | Develop and use information literacy skills | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OCE05 | BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ30 | BSBXTW301 | Work in a team | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A – Information Services
At least three (3) elective units must be selected from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCD77 | BSBINS203 | Assist with circulation services | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCE47 | BSBINS308 | Control records | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCE71 | BSBINS309 | Maintain business records | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OCF45 | BSBINS305 | Participate in cataloguing activities | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCF44 | BSBINS304 | Process and maintain information resources | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCE30 | BSBINS201 | Process and maintain workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCG18 | BSBINS306 | Provide multimedia support | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OCE41 | BSBINS307 | Retrieve information from records | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCG15 | BSBINS404 | Search library and information databases | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B – Transferable Skills
At least one (1) elective unit must be selected from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZK2 | BSB31215 | Certificate III in Library and Information Services | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships