Modification History
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TP Version |
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ACM10v3 |
Updated equivalent imported unit |
1 |
ACM10v2 |
Initial release |
Description
Description This qualification relates to the work activities undertaken by an equine dental service provider who is engaged or employed to provide day-to-day dental care and treatment services that provide routine dental correction and oral care for horses. The duties require judgement and the ability to accurately communicate information concerning horse health related to equine dental care to clients as well as the ability to interpret and relay information covering a variety of circumstances. |
Job Roles : The job role that this qualification describes includes:
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Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification Pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
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Pathways from the qualification After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake professional development activities as well as undertake higher level study for further pathway advancement. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
There may be a direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. Candidates should confirm the regulatory requirements that apply in their relevant state or territory. In addition, individual units of competency may specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. |
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
A total of seventeen (17) units of competency must be achieved as specified below. • Complete twelve (12) CORE units • Complete five (5) ELECTIVE units. |
Core units |
Complete the following twelve (12) units
Unit code |
Unit title |
ACMEQD401A |
Work within an equine dental service provider framework |
ACMEQD402A |
Determine equine oral functional efficiency |
ACMEQD403A |
Identify potential health impacts of equine oral conditions |
ACMEQD404A |
Conduct equine oral inspection and assessment and plan equine dental treatment |
ACMEQD405A |
Perform routine dental correction and oral care using manual instruments |
ACMEQU401A |
Relate equine anatomical and physiological features to equine health care requirements |
ACMEQU402A |
Determine nutritional needs in provision of horse health care |
ACMINF301A |
Comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal work |
ACMOHS401A |
Maintain occupational health and safety processes |
BSBSMB405B |
Monitor and manage small business operations |
RGRPSH201A |
Handle horses |
RGRPSH308A |
Provide first aid and emergency care for horses |
Elective units |
Complete five (5) units from within ACM10 or from any other nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Units selected must be aligned to Certificates III or IV and be relevant to work undertaken in the equine dentistry sector. Suggested units are:
Unit code |
Unit title |
ACMEQU403A |
Relate musculoskeletal structure to horse movement |
ACMEQU404A |
Evaluate fit of saddlery and equipment |
ACMSUS301A |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
BSBSMB402A |
Plan small business finances |
BSBWOR204A |
Use business technology |
RGRPSH304A |
Identify factors that affect racehorse performance |