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This
qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply a broad range
of administrative competencies in a legal office work environment, using
some discretion and judgement. They may provide technical advice and support
to at team.
Job
titles relevant to this qualification include legal receptionist, executive
assistant, office administrator /clerk, court-room attendant.
Entry
Requirements: There are no specific entry requirements.
Length:
Self-paced (average 6 months full-time).
Cost:
$1800.00 (or $1620.00 concession).
Austudy
Approved? Yes.
Commencement
Date: Courses can be commenced at any time.
Delivery
Modes: Available by attendance and/or distance education.
Course
Structure:
A
total of 13 units must be completed to achieve the qualification.
Core units (2):
- Participate
in OHS processes
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- Develop
keyboarding speed and accuracy
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Legal
administration units (choose 5 of the following):
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Apply knowledge of legal system to complete tasks
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Carry out search of public record
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Apply the principles of confidentiality and security within the
legal environment
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Use legal terminology to carry out tasks
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Maintain records for time and disbursements in a legal practice
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Assist in prioritising and planning activities in a legal practice
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Handle receipt and despatch of information
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Administration
units (choose 4 of the following):
- Process payroll
- Process accounts payable and receivable
- Maintain a general ledger
- Organise schedules
- Create electronic presentations
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- Produce
spreadsheets
- Design
and produce business documents
- Produce
desktop published documents
- Write
simple documents
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Elective
units (choose 2 of the following, or 2 other units listed above)::
- Deliver and monitor a service to customers
- Work effectively with diversity
- Maintain financial records
- Maintain business resources
- Organise workplace information
- Contribute to workplace innovation
- Process customer complaints
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- Create and use databases
- Monitor a safe workplace
- Recommend products and services
- Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- Use business technology
- Organise personal work priorities and development
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Last updated:
July-2011
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