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View Unit : Prepare text from shorthand _80 wpm_

Unit
Unit Reference Number
A/601/2533
Qualification Framework
QCF
Title
Prepare text from shorthand _80 wpm_
Unit Level
Level 3
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
45
Unit Credit Value
8
Date of Withdrawal
SSAs
15.2 Administration
Unit Grading Structure
Pass
Assessment Guidance

N/A.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Learning Outcome - The learner will:Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1

Understand the task of preparing text from shorthand

1.1

Describe different types of documents that may be produced from shorthand and the formats to be followed

1.2

Describe different forms in which shorthand texts may be presented

2

Understand the purpose and value of following procedures when preparing text from shorthand

2.1

Explain the value and benefits of agreeing the purpose, format and deadline for texts prepared from shorthand

2.2

Describe ways of checking finished documents for accuracy – including spelling, grammar and punctuation – and correctness, and the purpose of doing so

2.3

Explain the purpose of storing text and original shorthand notes safely and securely, and ways of doing so

2.4

Explain the purpose of confidentiality and data protection when preparing text from shorthand notes

2.5

Explain the purpose and benefits of meeting deadlines

3

Be able to prepare for tasks, and use shorthand to take dictation

3.1

Agree the purpose, format, and deadlines for texts

3.2

Take dictation using shorthand at a minimum of 80 words per minute

4

Be able to produce texts from shorthand

4.1

Get clarification of points as required

4.2

Input and format texts to an agreed format from shorthand notes

4.3

Make efficient use of technology, as required

4.4

Read and check texts for accuracy

4.5

Edit and correct texts, as required

4.6

Store texts and original shorthand notes safely and securely following organisational procedures

4.7

Present texts to the required format, within the agreed deadlines

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