Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal)
Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal)
BSB31015
AVQ6
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 27/09/2018 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is suitable for legal receptionists who apply a broad range of administrative competencies in a legal environment. They would use some discretion and judgement and may provide technical advice and support to a team.
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 = thirteen (13)- two (2) core units plus
- eleven (11) elective units, of which:
- five (5) elective units must be selected from the Group A units listed below
- four (4) elective units must be selected from the Group B units listed below
- two (2) elective units may be selected from the Group A, Group B or Group C units listed below, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at the same qualification level or one level higher or lower.
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
Two (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL95 | BSBWHS201 | Contribute to health and safety of self and others | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AUK03 | BSBITU307 | Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least five (5) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUK41 | BSBLEG301 | Apply knowledge of the legal system to complete tasks | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUH43 | BSBLEG304 | Apply the principles of confidentiality and security within the legal environment | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AUH63 | BSBLEG308 | Assist in prioritising and planning activities in a legal practice | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AUI37 | BSBLEG302 | Carry out search of the public record | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUH28 | BSBLEG303 | Deliver court documentation | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ58 | BSBINM303 | Handle receipt and despatch of information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUI16 | BSBLEG306 | Maintain records for time and disbursements in a legal practice | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ25 | BSBLEG305 | Use legal terminology in order to carry out tasks | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAE82 | BSBITU312 | Create electronic presentations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ88 | BSBITU306 | Design and produce business documents | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OAE65 | BSBITU313 | Design and produce digital text documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAE85 | BSBITU314 | Design and produce spreadsheets | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AUH82 | BSBFIA304 | Maintain a general ledger | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL99 | BSBADM307 | Organise schedules | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUL92 | BSBFIA303 | Process accounts payable and receivable | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK24 | BSBFIA302 | Process payroll | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ48 | BSBITU309 | Produce desktop published documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUI96 | BSBWRT301 | Write simple documents | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J342 | BSB31012 | Certificate III in Business Administration (Legal) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFR0 | BSB30320 | Certificate III in Legal Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
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