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BSB30120

Certificate III in Business (Records & Information Management)

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Course Description

Excel in record and information management with this specialised course. Learn the essential aspects of knowledge management systems as well as communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. Graduate with the skills needed to perform a range of routine administrative, procedural and clerical tasks.

During the course, you will learn how to:

  • Organise workplace information
  • Control and maintain records
  • Retrieve information from records
  • Assist with WHS
  • Participate in sustainable work practices
  • Communicate in the workplace
  • Apply critical thinking
  • Support personal wellbeing at work
  • Use business software
  • Design and produce business documents

This course is suited to people who have no experience and are looking to launch their career in records and information management. The Certificate III in Business (Records and Information Management) is also a good option if you are already working in business and want to advance into a specialised area or improve your skills to boost your job performance and prospects.

If you are an existing worker or have experience in the related industry, please inform our enrolment consultants during your enrolment conversation. You may be eligible to enrol as an existing worker and complete your studies faster. Please note - limitations do apply.

Potential career outcomes

  • Administration Officer
  • Assistant Registry Officer
  • Human Resources Administrator
  • Information Officer
  • Records Assistant

Course Details

Course number E1409
Course name BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Records & Information Management)
Course duration Self paced - maximum of 12 months
Delivery Method Online (via OpenSpaceX)
Assessments Multiple choice questions, Projects, Role plays, Video, Written assessments
Awarded by Open Colleges Pty Ltd (Provider number: 90796)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification, per the BSB Business Services Training Package.

 

Mandatory Entry Requirements

Access to a modern computer with high-speed internet

Access to Microsoft office or equivalent

Access to a device with audio & video capabilities

Access to people to participate in role plays & assessments

 

Recommended Local Entry Requirements

  • Are 18 years old (note - students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol)
  • Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete Year 10 or ACSF Level 2.
  • Basic computing skills

Minimum age

You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Equipment and tools

This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays.  These will require participation by 1-3 other people sourced by you.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. You can access the Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool here.

Subjects

Module 1

  • Assist with incorporating WHS policies and procedures into work team processes
  • Contribute to consultative arrangements for managing WHS
  • Contribute to organisational procedures for providing WHS training
  • Participate in identifying hazards, and assessing and controlling risks for the work area

Module 2

  • Measure sustainable work practices
  • Support sustainable work practices
  • Seek opportunities to improve sustainable work practices

Module 3

  • Establish practices that support individual differences in the workplace
  • Work effectively with individual differences
  • Assess use of inclusive practices

Module 4

  • Plan workplace communication
  • Undertake routine communication
  • Participate in workplace communication

Module 5

  • Prepare to address workplace problem
  • Evaluate solutions for workplace problem
  • Finalise and review solution development process

Module 6

  • Recognise factors that impact personal wellbeing
  • Plan communication with supervisor
  • Communicate with supervisor
  • Investigate available wellbeing resources

Module 7

  • Organise and complete own work schedule
  • Evaluate own work performance
  • Coordinate personal skill development and learning

Module 8

  • Select and prepare resources
  • Design document
  • Produce document
  • Finalise document

Module 9

  • Select and prepare resources
  • Plan spreadsheet design
  • Create spreadsheet
  • Produce charts
  • Finalise and present spreadsheets

Module 10

  • Receive, acquire and assess information.
  • Organise information
  • Review information needs

Module 11

  • Identify records for capture
  • Classify records
  • Register records
  • Track records
  • Audit records

Module 12

  • Locate and retrieve records required
  • Ensure security of records
  • Provide required information or records

Module 13

  • Collate business records
  • Update business or records system
  • Prepare and distribute reports from the business or records system

Payment Options

Pay in Full

You can choose to pay your course fees in full upon enrolment and benefit from a 10% discount (unless otherwise advertised).

Pay 50% & Payment Plan Combo

You can also choose to pay 50% of your total course fees upon enrolment and the balance on a Payment Plan.  When you do, you’ll benefit from 50% of the standard Pay in Full discount (unless otherwise advertised).

Payment Plan

You can choose to pay for your course in weekly or fortnightly instalments. By paying in instalments, you can schedule your payments around your regular outgoings and get ahead without breaking the bank. Open Colleges payment plans are interest-free.

BPAY®

With BPAY®, you’re able to pay quickly and securely, 24/7 through your internet, mobile or phone banking service. You can choose when, how much and from which account to pay from - whatever works for you. BPAY® is only available when paying in full. Call an Enrolment Consultant to find out more. 

BPAY® is a trademark of BPAY Pty Ltd ABN 69 079 137 518. Check if BPAY® is right for you by reading the terms and conditions available from your Financial Institution.

Trainers

Holly Radford

Holly is an enthusiastic and dedicated professional with over 20 years experience in business administration, account management, marketing and print. She has also been working within the education and training industry since 2013, in both a face-to-face and online capacity and is passionate about the power of education. Holly runs a small online business and holds a position on the Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP) WA Division Committee.

Holly holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Diploma of Business Administration, Diploma of Business, Diploma of Marketing Communication, Diploma of Social Media Marketing, Certificate IV in Training & Assessment and a Certificate III in Printing & Graphic Arts.

 

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Course at a Glance

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Career Outcomes

  • checkAdministration Officer
  • checkAssistant Registry Officer
  • checkHuman Resources Administrator
  • checkInformation Officer
  • checkRecords Assistant
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Delivery Method

Online (via OpenSpaceX)

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Payment

Flexible payment options available

Recognition

Nationally recognised

Nationally Recognised Training

Why study with us?

  • Study at your pace
  • Flexible payment options
  • Nationally recognised accreditation
  • World-class learning platform

Course at a Glance

icon for career outcomes

Career Outcomes

  • checkAdministration Officer
  • checkAssistant Registry Officer
  • checkHuman Resources Administrator
  • checkInformation Officer
  • checkRecords Assistant
computer

Delivery Method

Online (via OpenSpaceX)

credit_score

Payment

Flexible payment options available

Recognition

Nationally recognised

Nationally Recognised Training

Become an Open Colleges student

Excel in record and information management with this specialised course. Learn the essential aspects of knowledge management systems as well as communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. Graduate with the skills needed to perform a range of routine administrative, procedural and clerical tasks.

During the course, you will learn how to:

  • Organise workplace information
  • Control and maintain records
  • Retrieve information from records
  • Assist with WHS
  • Participate in sustainable work practices
  • Communicate in the workplace
  • Apply critical thinking
  • Support personal wellbeing at work
  • Use business software
  • Design and produce business documents

This course is suited to people who have no experience and are looking to launch their career in records and information management. The Certificate III in Business (Records and Information Management) is also a good option if you are already working in business and want to advance into a specialised area or improve your skills to boost your job performance and prospects.

If you are an existing worker or have experience in the related industry, please inform our enrolment consultants during your enrolment conversation. You may be eligible to enrol as an existing worker and complete your studies faster. Please note - limitations do apply.

Potential career outcomes

  • Administration Officer
  • Assistant Registry Officer
  • Human Resources Administrator
  • Information Officer
  • Records Assistant
Course number E1409
Course name BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Records & Information Management)
Course duration Self paced - maximum of 12 months
Delivery Method Online (via OpenSpaceX)
Assessments Multiple choice questions, Projects, Role plays, Video, Written assessments
Awarded by Open Colleges Pty Ltd (Provider number: 90796)

Entry Requirements

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification, per the BSB Business Services Training Package.

 

Mandatory Entry Requirements

Access to a modern computer with high-speed internet

Access to Microsoft office or equivalent

Access to a device with audio & video capabilities

Access to people to participate in role plays & assessments

 

Recommended Local Entry Requirements

  • Are 18 years old (note - students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol)
  • Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete Year 10 or ACSF Level 2.
  • Basic computing skills

Minimum age

You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Equipment and tools

This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays.  These will require participation by 1-3 other people sourced by you.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. You can access the Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool here.

Module 1

  • Assist with incorporating WHS policies and procedures into work team processes
  • Contribute to consultative arrangements for managing WHS
  • Contribute to organisational procedures for providing WHS training
  • Participate in identifying hazards, and assessing and controlling risks for the work area

Module 2

  • Measure sustainable work practices
  • Support sustainable work practices
  • Seek opportunities to improve sustainable work practices

Module 3

  • Establish practices that support individual differences in the workplace
  • Work effectively with individual differences
  • Assess use of inclusive practices

Module 4

  • Plan workplace communication
  • Undertake routine communication
  • Participate in workplace communication

Module 5

  • Prepare to address workplace problem
  • Evaluate solutions for workplace problem
  • Finalise and review solution development process

Module 6

  • Recognise factors that impact personal wellbeing
  • Plan communication with supervisor
  • Communicate with supervisor
  • Investigate available wellbeing resources

Module 7

  • Organise and complete own work schedule
  • Evaluate own work performance
  • Coordinate personal skill development and learning

Module 8

  • Select and prepare resources
  • Design document
  • Produce document
  • Finalise document

Module 9

  • Select and prepare resources
  • Plan spreadsheet design
  • Create spreadsheet
  • Produce charts
  • Finalise and present spreadsheets

Module 10

  • Receive, acquire and assess information.
  • Organise information
  • Review information needs

Module 11

  • Identify records for capture
  • Classify records
  • Register records
  • Track records
  • Audit records

Module 12

  • Locate and retrieve records required
  • Ensure security of records
  • Provide required information or records

Module 13

  • Collate business records
  • Update business or records system
  • Prepare and distribute reports from the business or records system

Pay in Full

You can choose to pay your course fees in full upon enrolment and benefit from a 10% discount (unless otherwise advertised).

Pay 50% & Payment Plan Combo

You can also choose to pay 50% of your total course fees upon enrolment and the balance on a Payment Plan.  When you do, you’ll benefit from 50% of the standard Pay in Full discount (unless otherwise advertised).

Payment Plan

You can choose to pay for your course in weekly or fortnightly instalments. By paying in instalments, you can schedule your payments around your regular outgoings and get ahead without breaking the bank. Open Colleges payment plans are interest-free.

BPAY®

With BPAY®, you’re able to pay quickly and securely, 24/7 through your internet, mobile or phone banking service. You can choose when, how much and from which account to pay from - whatever works for you. BPAY® is only available when paying in full. Call an Enrolment Consultant to find out more. 

BPAY® is a trademark of BPAY Pty Ltd ABN 69 079 137 518. Check if BPAY® is right for you by reading the terms and conditions available from your Financial Institution.

Holly Radford

Holly is an enthusiastic and dedicated professional with over 20 years experience in business administration, account management, marketing and print. She has also been working within the education and training industry since 2013, in both a face-to-face and online capacity and is passionate about the power of education. Holly runs a small online business and holds a position on the Australian Institute of Office Professionals (AIOP) WA Division Committee.

Holly holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Diploma of Business Administration, Diploma of Business, Diploma of Marketing Communication, Diploma of Social Media Marketing, Certificate IV in Training & Assessment and a Certificate III in Printing & Graphic Arts.

 

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