Skill set Outline
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10/09/2026 4:46 PM AWST
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Medical Transcription Skill Set
Medical Transcription Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
BSBSS00047
BSBSS00047
State Code
AC885
AC885
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
25/03/2015
Current Release Date
27/09/2018
Current Release Number
3.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
230
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 27/09/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 14/01/2016 | Replaced | Replaced |
| 1.00 | 25/03/2015 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set is for individuals providing transcription services to the medical industry.
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a number of qualifications including, the BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business and the BSB40515 Certificate IV in Business Administration.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
Medical administration staff
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the BSB Business Services Training Package meet the industry requirements for a medical transcription typist.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAE86 | BSBRES411 | Analyse and present research information | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK03 | BSBITU307 | Develop keyboarding speed and accuracy | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK35 | BSBMED301 | Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH78 | BSBADM411 | Produce complex texts from audio transcription | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AUK28 | BSBWRT401 | Write complex documents | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AB924 | BSBSS00015 | Medical Transcription Skill Set | Skill set |