Workplace Skills Stage 5

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BSB10120 Certificate I in Workplace skills

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who have not yet entered the workforce, and are developing the necessary skills in preparation for work. They may undertake a variety of simple tasks under close supervision. This qualification provides a range of introductory skills and knowledge to provide individuals with an understanding of the business environment. This course will be credentialed as a 100-hour elective study on the Record of School Achievement (RoSA).

Hours 100 hrs x 1 year Training Package BSB
Recognition National AQF Qualification Work Placement Recommended 35 hours
Course Information Stage 5 VET Board Endorsed Course SBAT Not Available

ASSESSMENT

This course is competency based and the student’s performance is assessed against prescribed industry standards. Assessment methods may include:

  • Observation 
  • Portfolios
  • Student demonstration
  • Questioning
  • Written tasks

DUTIES AND TASKS OF AN ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

  • Contribute to the health and safety of self and others
  • Sort and distribute incoming mail to areas and staff within the organisation and dispatch outgoing mail
  • Write business letters, reports or office memos using word processing programmes
  • Answer telephone enquiries from customers, attend to visitors and assist other staff in the organisation with their enquiries
  • Operate a range of office machines such as photocopiers, computers, printers and scanners
  • File papers and electronic documents
  • Undertake other duties such as banking, credit control or payroll functions

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Able to follow instructions
  • Able to work methodically, accurately and neatly
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Able to work as part of a team
  • Neat personal appearance.

FURTHER STUDY

  • Certificate II Workplace Skills
  • Certificate III in Business
  • Certificate IV qualifications, for example:
  • Business
  • Entrepreneurship and New Business
  • Human Resources Management
  • Leadership and Management
  • Diplomas and Degrees

JOB ROLES IN THE BUSINESS INDUSTRY

Individuals with this qualification can perform roles, such as:

  • Administration Assistant
  • Clerical Worker
  • Data Entry Operator
  • Information Desk Clerk
  • Receptionist