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Qualification details

ACM40210 - Certificate IV in Captive Animals (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Is superseded by and equivalent to ACM40217 - Certificate IV in Captive AnimalsUpdated to meet Standards for Training Packages 28/Nov/2017
Supersedes RUV40204 - Certificate IV in Captive Animals 10/Nov/2010

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 09/Mar/2012
(View details for release 1) 11/Nov/2010

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Units of competency

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ACMSPE306A - Provide basic care of marine fishProvide basic care of marine fishSupersededN/A
ACMCAN301A - Work within a captive animal facilityWork within a captive animal facilitySupersededN/A
ACMSPE304A - Provide basic care of dogsProvide basic care of dogsSupersededN/A
ACMSPE312A - Provide basic care of rodents and rabbitsProvide basic care of rodents and rabbitsSupersededN/A
ACMSPE308A - Provide basic care of marine aquatic invertebratesProvide basic care of marine aquatic invertebratesSupersededN/A
ACMGAS302A - Provide enrichment for animalsProvide enrichment for animalsSupersededN/A
ACMCAN501A - Contribute to enclosure and exhibit design or renovation projectsContribute to enclosure and exhibit design or renovation projectsSupersededN/A
ACMSPE309A - Provide basic care of terrestrial and freshwater invertebratesProvide basic care of terrestrial and freshwater invertebratesSupersededN/A
ACMCAN404A - Develop, monitor and review behavioural management strategiesDevelop, monitor and review behavioural management strategiesSupersededN/A
ACMSPE311A - Provide basic care of non-venomous reptilesProvide basic care of non-venomous reptilesSupersededN/A
ACMCAN302A - Prepare and present information to the publicPrepare and present information to the publicSupersededN/A
ACMCAN403A - Develop animal dietsDevelop animal dietsSupersededN/A
ACMCAN306A - Monitor animal reproductionMonitor animal reproductionSupersededN/A
ACMCAN502A - Develop and monitor collection managementDevelop and monitor collection managementSupersededN/A
ACMCAN401A - Implement collection managementImplement collection managementSupersededN/A
ACMSPE302A - Provide basic care of birdsProvide basic care of birdsSupersededN/A
ACMCAN406A - Assist in establishing and maintaining a plantationAssist in establishing and maintaining a plantationSupersededN/A
BSBRES401A - Analyse and present research informationAnalyse and present research informationSupersededN/A
ACMSPE305A - Provide basic care of domestic catsProvide basic care of domestic catsSupersededN/A
ACMOHS401A - Maintain occupational health and safety processesMaintain occupational health and safety processesSupersededN/A
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Classifications

SchemeCodeClassification value
ANZSCO Identifier 361114 Zookeeper 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 6399-15 Animal Attendant 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0611 Veterinary Studies 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 511 Certificate IV 
Taxonomy - Industry Sector N/A Animal Care and Management 
Taxonomy - Occupation N/A Zookeeper 

Classification history

SchemeCodeClassification valueStart dateEnd date
ANZSCO Identifier 361114 Zookeeper 11/Nov/2010 
ASCO (occupation type) Identifier 6399-15 Animal Attendant 11/Nov/2010 
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier 0611 Veterinary Studies 11/Nov/2010 
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier 511 Certificate IV 11/Nov/2010 
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Modification History

Updated imported Units: TAADEL403B and TAADEL404B replaced with TAEDEL402A

Description

This qualification is a general industry qualification for persons operating at a senior keeper level and undertaking animal care functions within zoo, wildlife or theme park environments. It is highly recommended that whilst undertaking this qualification, the learner should have access to a captive animal workplace through either paid employment or substantial periods of work placement or work experience blocks.

Job roles 

Job roles and titles covered by this qualification may include:

  • Senior keeper
  • Post-trade keeper
  • Wildlife care operator/manager.

Pathways Information

Pathways  into the qualification 

Pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:

  • direct entry
  • after achieving ACM30310 Certificate III in Captive Animals
  • vocational training and/or work experience or skills recognition.

This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.

Pathways  from the qualification 

After achieving this qualification, candidates may undertake higher level study for further pathway advancement.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

There is no direct link between this qualification and licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements. However, an individual unit of competency may specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements.

Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY 

Employability Skill 

Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :

Communication
  • apply numeracy skills to workplace requirements
  • complete workplace documentation and records
  • communicate with all team members in a professional manner
  • demonstrate effective and appropriate documentation, communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with internal and external clients
  • develop work instructions, specifications and procedures
  • use a range of communication technologies to support work operations.

Teamwork
  • work cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion
  • liaise with and provide support to other team members
  • demonstrate leadership skills
  • identify and manage performance required to meet internal and external customer needs in own work and teamwork
  • maintain organisational processes and provide problem solving support to others.

Problem solving
  • investigate problem causes
  • identify, rectify or report potential and actual problems associated with work operations
  • identify factors which may affect the service to be provided
  • use material and operational knowledge to solve problems
  • use numeracy skills to solve problems
  • identify hazards and suggest control measures
  • monitor animal welfare and safety practices in the workplace.

Initiative and enterprise
  • assist in the implementation of continuous improvement processes
  • gather and analyse feedback on products, procedures and services
  • determine and act on situations requiring further information or problem solving
  • provide leadership in the workplace.

Planning and organising
  • access, interpret and apply technical information
  • analyse data and information to determine implications for work operations
  • participate in continuous improvement and planning processes
  • identify hazards and implement appropriate hazard control measures
  • demonstrate time management skills
  • source and prepare materials and resources and ensure availability to support work operations
  • schedule and sequence work to maximise safety and productivity.

Self-management
  • interpret and apply relevant Acts and regulations
  • keep the work area clean and hygienic at all times
  • monitor own work and work of team and identify and act on any quality issues
  • manage own time to meet deadlines
  • implement and monitor workplace procedures and instructions.

Learning
  • assess work data and information to identify areas for improved performance
  • be supportive, assertive and use interpersonal skills to encourage workplace learning
  • identify own training needs and seek skill development if required
  • implement learning activities as appropriate to ensure achievement of specified work requirements
  • gather feedback on own work to assess effectiveness in meeting objectives and integrate information into own practice.

Technology
  • use computer software applications effectively
  • work with machines and workplace technology safely and according to workplace standards
  • help others use technology efficiently and safely
  • ensure readiness, operational efficiency and safety of workplace technology.

Packaging Rules

Packaging Rules 

A total of twenty  (20 ) units  of competency must be achieved as specified below.

  • Complete thirteen  (13 ) CORE units
  • Complete four  (4 ) ELECTIVE units from Group A
  • Complete three  (3 ) ELECTIVE units from Group B.

CORE : Complete the following thirteen  (13 ) units 

ACMCAN301A

Work within a captive animal facility

ACMCAN302A

Prepare and present information to the public

ACMCAN303A

Support collection management

ACMCAN304A

Prepare and maintain animal housing

ACMCAN305A

Assist with capturing, restraining and moving animals

ACMCAN306A

Monitor animal reproduction

ACMGAS301A

Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing

ACMGAS302A

Provide enrichment for animals

ACMGAS303A

Plan for and provide nutritional requirements for animals

ACMCAN402A

Manage enclosures and exhibits

ACMCAN404A

Develop, monitor and review behavioural management strategies

ACMOHS401A

Maintain occupational health and safety processes

TAEDEL402B

Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace

ELECTIVE :

Group A : Complete four  (4 ) units from the following list 

ACMCAN401A

Implement collection management

ACMCAN403A

Develop animal diets

ACMCAN405A

Design and evaluate interpretive and learning programs

ACMCAN406A

Assist in establishing and maintaining a plantation

ACMCAN501A

Contribute to enclosure and exhibit design or renovation projects

ACMCAN502A

Develop and monitor collection management

ACMSPE301A

Provide basic care of amphibians

ACMSPE302A

Provide basic care of birds

ACMSPE303A

Provide basic care of common native mammals

ACMSPE304A

Provide basic care of dogs

ACMSPE305A

Provide basic care of domestic cats

ACMSPE306A

Provide basic care of marine fish

ACMSPE307A

Provide basic care of freshwater fish

ACMSPE308A

Provide basic care of marine aquatic invertebrates

ACMSPE309A

Provide basic care of terrestrial and freshwater invertebrates

ACMSPE310A

Provide basic care of mammals

ACMSPE311A

Provide basic care of non-venomous reptiles

ACMSPE312A

Provide basic care of rodents and rabbits

ACMSUS301A

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

BSBRES401A

Analyse and present research information

Group B : Complete three  (3 ) additional units from within ACM10 or from any other nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course . Units selected must be aligned to Certificate IV or Diploma and be relevant to work undertaken in the captive animal sector.

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