Level 3 Award in Chattels Auctioneering

This qualification is for those working in (or training towards) auctioneering and valuations

Studying for this qualification will mean that practitioners learn appropriate legal knowledge of sections of the Auctioneers Act 1845 and Auction (Bidding Agreements) Acts 1927 and 1969 as well as the RICS Auction Guidance Note.

Crucially, achieving this qualification will demonstrate an understanding of the difference between the actual, implied and apparent authority of the auctioneer and have an appropriate understanding of contract law along with knowledge of negligence and liability, as well as health and safety,

This qualification is available as a Level 3 in England and Wales.

Registration fee: £50 | Exam fees: £62.50 per exam
Cost: £300 (registration, four exams and certification)
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What will be covered?

Unit 1: Health and Safety, Security and General Law

Unit code: COM1 | England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Unit code: SCOM1 | Scotland

Understand the general concepts of law relevant to a property professional. It deals with the historical development of the law as well as current concepts, relevant statute and common law.

Learning outcomes:

Understand health and safety at work legislation and its relevance in and out of the workplace
Understand the issues around keeping safe when visiting property and maintaining a secure system when dealing with keys
Understand the general legal concepts relating to the provision of property services
Understand the common law duties of agents and agents’ authority
Understand the basic elements of the law of contract
Understand the basic elements of liability outside the law of contract
Understand the basic concepts of land law
Understand the basic concepts of discrimination
Understand the requirements of the data protection legislation
Understand the requirements of the legislation dealing with the handling of money

Unit 2: Law Relating to Chattels Auctions

Unit code: CHAT2

Focuses on the laws specifically for chattels auction sales. It stresses the importance of understanding and complying with statutory requirements for chattels sales and understanding the auction-specific requirements of general goods and those within specific categories.

Learning outcomes:

Understand the authority of the auctioneer
Understand legislation specific to auctioneering
Understand consumer protection legislation applicable in the auctioning of chattels
Understand legislation covering the conditions of sale and the contract made at the auction sale

Unit 3: Practice and Procedures relating to Chattels Auctioneering

Unit code: CHAT3

Protocols and actions in the presence of colleagues and customers in and outside of the office and at auction venues. It covers the rights that auctioneers have against the seller, the buyer and third parties.

Learning outcomes:

Understand the content and requirements of the Auction Guidance Note published by RICS
Understand the standard terms in consignment agreements
Understand the auctioneer’s rights against the seller of chattels at auction
Understand the auctioneer’s rights against the buyer of chattels at auction
Understand the auctioneer’s rights against third parties involved in chattels auctions

Unit 4: Appraisal and the Auctioneers Duties and Liabilities in Relation to Chattels

Unit code: CHAT4

Concerns the valuation and marketing of chattels, remote bidding, post-sale procedures and duties of the auctioneer when buying their principal's chattel. The auctioneer's duties to the seller, buyer and third-parties post auction are also covered.

Learning outcomes:

Understand the factors affecting the value of chattels
Understand staff responsibilities when purchasing chattels, dealing with remote bidding and post-sale procedures
Understand the auctioneer’s duties to the seller
Understand the auctioneer’s duties to the buyer
Understand the auctioneer’s duties to third parties

Common units
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How long will it take?

We estimate it takes up to 12-18 months, or approximately 120 hours of study, to complete . From your registration date you will have 3 years to complete your qualification. If you fail to pass in this timescale you'll need to re-register.

How will I be assessed?

Each unit is assessed by a 20 question multiple-choice examination which must be answered within 30 minutes and a pass mark of 70% must be achieved.

What will I get?

You will receive a nationally recognised qualification at a level broadly equivalent to an A-Level or Higher level qualification in Scotland.

This qualification is suitable for membership of NAVA Propertymark. Learn more about becoming a member.

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Qualification specification

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How much do the exams cost?

Each exam covers one unit and costs £62.50 which is payable upon booking. Re-sits will be charged at the same rates and these prices apply to all candidates.

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INTERACTIVE DEMO
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Level 3 award in chattels auctioneering

This qualification is for those working in (or training towards) auctioneering and valuations

What will be covered?

Unit code: COM1 | England, Wales and Northern Ireland Unit code: SCOM1 | Scotland

Unit code: CHAT2

Unit code: CHAT3

Unit code: CHAT4

How long will it take?

How will I be assessed?

What will I get?

How to achieve your qualification

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Qualification specification

Examinations

Become a Propertymark member

Learning packages

Training courses

Unit code: COM1 | England, Wales and Northern Ireland
Unit code: SCOM1 | Scotland