Modification History
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Release |
Comments |
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Release 1 |
This version released with ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package Version 1.0. |
Qualification Description
This is a general qualification for entry into sectors of the animal care and management industry, where workers provide care for animals in workplaces such as animal shelters, kennels, catteries, sanctuaries and veterinary clinics. At this level, work takes place under direct supervision within clearly defined guidelines for work activities.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication. However, individual units of competency may specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. Users of this qualification must refer to the relevant state or territory jurisdiction for details.
^ From 1 July 2022 the elective unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 12 units of competency:
- 8 core units plus
- 4 elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- 2 units from Group A
- 2 units from the remaining electives in Group A, and/or from electives in Group B, and/or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Core Units
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ACMGAS201 |
Work in the animal care industry |
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ACMGAS202 |
Participate in workplace communications |
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ACMGAS203 |
Complete animal care hygiene routines |
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ACMGAS204 |
Feed and water animals |
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ACMGAS205 |
Assist in health care of animals |
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ACMGAS206 |
Provide basic first aid for animals |
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ACMSUS201 |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
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ACMWHS201 |
Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
Elective Units
Group A
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ACMGAS207 |
Provide reception services for an animal care facility |
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ACMGAS208 |
Source information for animal care needs |
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ACMGAS209 |
Provide information on companion animals, products and services |
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ACMGAS210 |
Prepare for and conduct a tour or presentation |
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ACMINF301 |
Comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal care work |
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ACMVET201 |
Assist with veterinary nursing reception duties |
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ACMVET202 |
Carry out daily practice routines |
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ACMVET203 |
Assist with surgery preparation |
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HLTAID003 ^ HLTAID011 |
Provide first aid Provide first aid (must be delivered from 1 July 2022) |
Group B
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ACMSPE301 |
Provide basic care of amphibians |
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ACMSPE302 |
Provide basic care of birds |
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ACMSPE303 |
Provide basic care of common native mammals |
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ACMSPE304 |
Provide basic care of domestic dogs |
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ACMSPE305 |
Provide basic care of domestic cats |
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ACMSPE306 |
Provide basic care of marine fish |
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ACMSPE307 |
Provide basic care of freshwater fish |
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ACMSPE308 |
Provide basic care of marine invertebrates |
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ACMSPE309 |
Provide basic care of terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates |
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ACMSPE310 |
Provide basic care of mammals |
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ACMSPE311 |
Provide basic care of non-venomous reptiles |
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ACMSPE312 |
Provide basic care of rodents and rabbits |
Qualification Mapping Information
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Code and title current version |
Code and title previous version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
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ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies |
ACM20110 Certificate II in Animal Studies |
Updated to meet Standards for Training Packages Amendments to core and elective groupings |
Equivalent qualification |
Links
Companion Volumes, including Implementation Guides, are available at VETNet: - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=b75f4b23-54c9-4cc9-a5db-d3502d154103
