List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Identify the context of legal terminology | 1.1 Identify key features of the legal and judicial system, including key people and structures. 1.2 Describe standard procedures specific to oral communication in formal legal and policing contexts. 1.3 Outline the role and responsibilities of interpreters and others in legal and policing contexts. 1.4 Identify social, cultural and professional conventions of English and LOTE appropriate to legal and judicial contexts. 1.5 Explain the consequences of oral rendition of fixed texts and use of incorrect legal terminology. |
2. Extend understanding of legal terminology | 2.1 Recognise and explain complex legal terminology and key legal concepts and processes in English and LOTE. 2.2 Establish standard translations for fixed text encountered in policing and judicial contexts that correctly reflect underlying common law principles. 2.3 Research and increase knowledge of complex legal terminology in English and LOTE. 2.4 Spell and pronounce complex legal terminology correctly. |
3. Use appropriate oral or signed communication in legal contexts | 3.1 Receive and understand oral or signed questions and answers using complex English and LOTE legal terminology. 3.2 Seek clarification of use and meaning of terms and associated processes. 3.3 Use a range of complex English and LOTE legal vocabulary and expressions in interpreting. 3.4 Use prosodic features, gestures and body language appropriate to the legal and policing context. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified, the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least two occasions.
using social, cultural and professional conventions applicable to the languages being used in legal and policing contexts, including:
customs, protocols and taboos
dialect, idiom, colloquialisms and language conventions
social conventions and consistent use of forms of address
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified, the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
areas of law
upper court, review tribunals and complex legal processes
legal and financial consequences of incorrect interpreting
hierarchy of courts and tribunals
key documentation relevant to policing, legal and judicial processes
legal privilege
legal systems, including common law and code law
information sources for increasing legal knowledge and terminology
legal principles relating to the role of the interpreter, including the right of a defendant to be ‘linguistically present’
procedures for preparing affidavits and other legal documentation and legal cases
relevant legislation, government policies and court guidelines
WHS relevant to working in legal and policing contexts, including personal safety and fatigue
Assessment of this unit of competency must include interpreting in real or simulated complex dialogue or monologue settings in specialist legal and policing contexts.
Consideration must be given to holistic assessment for this unit. Refer to advice in the companion volumes.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.