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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Demonstrate and apply an understanding of preamble, bid calling, chanting, spotting and writing 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
115297  Demonstrate and apply an understanding of preamble, bid calling, chanting, spotting and writing 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Marketing 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 03 - Business, Commerce and Management Studies Marketing 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 3  NQF Level 03  6 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
This Unit Standard forms part of the National Certificate in Auctioneering Support. It is designed for all people working in the Auctioneering sector and who play an active part in the Auctioneering process

The qualifying learner is capable of
  • Describing the requirements of a bid caller or chanter
  • Describing and explaining bid calling and chanting
  • Describing and explaining bid calling and chanting psychology
  • Describing and explaining spotting and writing techniques 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
    It is assumed that learners accessing this Unit Standard are competent in Communication and Mathematical Literacy at NQF level 2 or equivalent. 

    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Types of auctions will include on party vs. consignment, catalogue, antiques, general merchandise, real estate, liquor and motor vehicles, domestic and wild animals
  • Clients would include new, regular, walk in, expected and unexpected
  • Body language will include gestures, eye contact, posture 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Describe the requirements of a bid caller or chanter. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Voice requirements to enable proper bid calling to take place are identified and explained using examples of good and bad voices 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Body language and gestures for bid calling which will enhance the success of the auction are described with examples 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Voice usage and care is explained to assist bid calling and chanting in line with standard practices 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Describe and explain bid calling and chanting. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The building of an auction chant according to international standards is explained with examples 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    The contents of an auction chant according to international standards are explained with examples 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Aspects that affect an auction chant are identified and explained with examples 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Styles of chant are identified and explained in relation to international practice 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Describe and explain bid calling and chanting psychology. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Ways for an auctioneer to project a professional image are described with examples of good and bad practice 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Reasons why an auctioneer needs good product knowledge are explained with examples of the consequences of both good and bad product knowledge 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Buyer observation methods and techniques are described in terms of the way this knowledge is use to facilitate the sale of goods 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Auction communication methods and techniques are described according to international standards 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Describe and apply spotting and writing techniques. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Techniques for spotting buyers are explained according to international standards 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Auctioneering writing techniques are used when required in reports, correspondence and forms in accordance with organisational procedures 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Buyers are identified and spotted in stipulated style and time 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Venue role is completed in required format that balances with other venue roles 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
  • An individual wishing to be assessed (including through RPL) against this Unit Standard may apply to an assessment agency, assessor or provider institution accredited by the relevant ETQA, or an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA.
  • Anyone assessing a learner against this Unit Standard must be registered as an assessor with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA
  • Any institution offering learning that will enable achievement of this Unit Standard or assessing this Unit Standard must be accredited as a provider with the relevant ETQA or with an ETQA that has a Memorandum of Understanding with the relevant ETQA
  • Moderation of assessment will be conducted by the relevant ETQA at its discretion 
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    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
  • The various types of auctions that the organisation undertakes
  • Auction procedures and processes
  • Organisational policies regarding V.A.T procedures and requirements at an auction 
    		•

    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    Being culturally and aesthetically sensitive across a range of social contexts when dealing with clients 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems with regard to client queries 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others regarding auction requirements 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself so that auction details are at hand at all times 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect and evaluate information pertaining to clients and auctions to provide effective data to clients 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively to demonstrate professional attitude to enhance the image of the auction business and give client satisfaction 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Use science and technology to capture and store client and auction information 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO DEMONSTRATING 
    Demonstrate an understanding of the world as a set of related systems where accurate information regarding auctions leads to a positive image for the organisation 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    N/A 

    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    N/A 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  48864   National Certificate: Auctioneering Support  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2011-02-16  Was SERVICES until Last Date for Achievement 


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