FNSPRT412Prepare wills

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What an assessment for FNSPRT412 must cover

33 assessable components: 3 elements (15 performance criteria), 4 performance evidence and 9 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Advise client on requirements of preparing a will

  • 1.1Identify client circumstances, estate objectives and location for meeting with client
  • 1.2Present and explain to client the legislative requirements in regards to preparation of their will, and confirm client understanding
  • 1.3Present and clarify information on products and services relevant to client circumstances and their estate, and associated fees and charges
  • 1.4Respond to client questions regarding preparation of their will and distribution of their estate
  • 1.5Provide accurate information, ethical advice and recommendations about suitable options to client regarding preparation of their will and distribution of their estate
  • 1.6Identify and explain potential conflicts or factors that may affect implementation of client’s will
  • 1.7Recommend appropriate action and seek the advice of specialists as required

2 Take testamentary instructions from client

  • 2.1Meet with client at determined location
  • 2.2Assess client’s testamentary capacity according to legislative and organisational requirements, and confirm with legal or medical specialists as required
  • 2.3Collate and confirm client details and testamentary instructions
  • 2.4Record client testamentary instructions according to organisational policies and procedures

3 Prepare and execute documents

  • 3.1Prepare a draft of the will according to legislative requirements and client testamentary instructions
  • 3.2Identify and address any legal implications or complications in the will, referring to specialists as required
  • 3.3Arrange and confirm correct execution of will according to legislative and organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.4Organise and advise client of record-keeping, safe storage and review of will according to organisational policies and procedures

Performance evidence

  • prepare a will for at least two different clients.
  • advise and confirm client’s understanding of the will preparation process
  • identify and manage factors that may affect the implementation of the will
  • assess testamentary capacity of the client and make accurate records of client’s instructions

Knowledge evidence

  • key requirements of legislation and regulations relating to: • wills • intestate succession • probate and administration • trusteeships, including investment and obligations of trustees • taxation and tax obligations as they relate to administration of estates and trusts
  • organisational policies and procedures relating to preparing a will
  • products and services offered by personal trustee organisations and fees and charges that apply
  • roles, responsibilities and powers of the personal trust officer, including: • organisational expectations • limitation of personal authority in giving investment advice • professional code of conduct in the personal trustee sector
  • types of tests applied to establish a client’s testamentary capacity to make a valid will
  • tests applied to establish the validity of a will
  • different types of potential conflicts and factors that may affect the validity of a will, including: • adequate family provision claims • ownership of nominated assets
  • beneficial location considerations for meeting with client, including: • free from influencing factors • familiar to client • comfortable and private • in person and virtual options
  • role played by, and procedures for, contacting internal or external specialists in the personal trustee sector

Foundation skills

  • Oral communication: Uses active listening and questioning to convey information and confirm understanding Follows accepted communication practices and protocols and adjusts communication methods when presented with individuals with common cultural and other differences
  • Reading: Analyses and consolidates information and data from different sources against defined criteria and requirements and checks for accuracy and completeness
  • Writing: Accurately records and completes organisational documents and correspondence using clear language and correct spelling, grammar and terminology Documents outcomes of communications and changes documentation to revised circumstance
  • Planning and organising: Cooperates with others and contributes to work activities where joint outcomes are expected and deadlines are to be met
  • Technology: Completes work tasks and provides information using the main features and functions of organisation-supported digital tools

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Questions about assessing FNSPRT412

What does an assessment tool for FNSPRT412 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for FNSPRT412 needs to address all 33 unit components: 3 elements with 15 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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