Qualification details

Release  

TP Version  

Comments  

3

ACM10v3

Amended elective packaging rules

2

ACM10v2

Updated equivalent imported units

1

ACM10v1

Initial release

Employability Skill 

Industry /enterprise requirements for this Qualification include :

Communication

• applying 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.

ACMCAS401A

Manage compliance in the companion animal industry

ACMGAS301A

Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing

ACMOHS401A

Maintain occupational health and safety processes

ACMCAN311A

Care for young animals

ACMCAS402A

Manage and maintain aviaries and bird rooms

ACMCAS403A

Design, construct and maintain aquascapes

ACMCAS404A

Develop enrichment strategies for companion animals

ACMCAS405A

Purchase companion animal livestock

ACMCAS406A

Manage companion animal breeding

ACMCAS407A

Provide professional companion animal grooming services

ACMCAS408A

Manage the operation of a mobile hydro-bathing facility

ACMCAS409A

Provide training advice to companion animal owners

ACMCAS410A

Conduct companion animal training classes

ACMGAS306A

Assist with conditioning animals

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

ACMVET411A

Prepare, deliver and review animal care education programs

BSBSMB403A

Market the small business

BSBSMB405B

Monitor and manage small business operations

BSBSMB407A

Manage a small team

BSBWOR402A

Promote team effectiveness

SIRXINV005A

Control inventory

SIRXMER004A

Manage merchandise and store presentation

TAEDEL402A

Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace