Modification History
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This version released with ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package Version 4.0. |
Description
This skill set is designed to provide zookeepers and wildlife carers with the skills and knowledge to interpret animal behaviour and condition and/or train animals in facilities that house exhibited and/or native wildlife. The general skills and knowledge covered can be applied and contextualised to a broad range of exotic and native animal species.
Pathways Information
These units provide credit towards qualifications in the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package including:
- ACM40121 Certificate IV in Animal Facility Management
- ACM40321 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Skill Set Requirements
- ACMBEH401 Develop, monitor and review behavioural husbandry strategies
- ACMBEH402 Develop, implement and monitor enrichment strategies for animals
- ACMBEH403 Evaluate animal conditioning methodology and program design
- ACMBEH404 Condition animal behaviour
Target Group
This skill set is for zookeepers and wildlife carers who want to further develop skills in animal behaviour and conditioning and/or training in the exhibited and/or native wildlife sectors.
Suggested words for Statement of Attainment
These competencies from the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package meet exhibited and native wildlife industry requirements related to animal behaviour and training.
