Aims:

This course aims to provide participants with the background knowledge and skills to compile a functional thesaurus used to classify documents, create file titles, and index records. Participants will have several opportunities to apply the knowledge and skills learnt through practical activities and exercises.

Outcomes:

By the end of this training session, participants will be able to:

• Identify the structure and components of a records management thesaurus.
• Outline benefits associated with using a thesaurus.
• Identify thesaurus principles.
• Identify the methodology used to compile a thesaurus, and be able to;
  • Analyse the functions and activities of an organisation;
  • Identify transactions and records created by an organisation.
• Source information that can be used to assist in thesaurus compilation.
• Organise and structure data collection meetings and interviews.
• Document findings and compile a thesaurus.
• Identify thesaurus implementation strategies.
• Amend, update and review a records management thesaurus.

Participants are provided with a course booklet and additional handouts.

Course Duration:

1 day

Cost: Contact SSA for a quote

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