This qualification is a general pre-vocational qualification aimed for inclusion in a VET in Schools program or as an entry point into the animal care and management industry. It is highly recommended that whilst undertaking this qualification the learner should seek to gain a period of work placement or work experience in an animal care environment and/or workplace.
Job roles
Job role titles covered by this qualification may include:
Animal care attendant
Animal shelter attendant
Kennel hand
Cattery attendant
Pet shop attendant
Assistant dog groomer.
Subjects
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A total of twelve (12) units of competency must be achieved as specified below.
Complete seven (7) CORE units
Complete three (3) ELECTIVE units from Group A
Complete two (2) ELECTIVE units from Group A and/or Group B
Group B: Complete two (2) units from within ACM10 or from any other nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Units selected must be aligned to Certificate II or III and be relevant to work undertaken in the animal care and management sector. Suggested units are:
Pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
direct entry, including VET in Schools
after achieving ACM10110 Certificate I in Animal Studies
limited vocational training and/or work experience.
This qualification is suited to Australian Apprenticeship pathways.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving this qualification candidates may undertake:
ACM30110 Certificate III in Animal Studies
ACM30210 Certificate III in Animal Technology
ACM30310 Certificate III in Captive Animals
ACM30410 Certificate III in Companion Animal Services
ACM40410 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Licensing 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.
Employability Skills
QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Employability Skill
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication
apply numeracy skills to workplace requirements
communicate information about problems with work
communicate information relating to OHS
complete work forms and required written documentation
demonstrate effective and appropriate interpersonal skills
interpret and apply workplace procedures and instructions
share workplace information
use communication and information technologies to support work operations.
Teamwork
assist with monitoring the health and welfare of animals
identify own role and responsibilities within a team
identify team goals
maintain health and safety of work area for self and others
provide assistance to others in the work area
share work-related information
work as part of a team
work with persons of different ages, genders, races, religions and political persuasion.
Problem solving
check performance of machines and equipment and identify signs of faulty operations
identify and apply health and safety issues relating to work in the animal care and management industry
identify and report any workplace hazards
identify workplace problems and make contributions to their solution
monitor workplace activities and identify and report non-compliances
report difficulties in handling animals.
Initiative and enterprise
ask questions regarding requirements and expectations
assess quality of work on an ongoing basis
gather and interpret information to support safe and efficient work
make suggestions for continuous improvement
provide feedback on procedures and processes
record basic information on the quality and other indicators of work outcomes.
Planning and organising
identify and report issues affecting ability to meet work outcomes
identify and use relevant personal protective equipment
identify work requirements and work load priorities
organise work area to maintain housekeeping standards
plan work activities to meet daily work requirements
select and organise relevant equipment and tools.
Self-management
accept responsibility for quality of own work
apply safe animal handling and work practices
identify personal responsibilities
keep the work area clean and tidy at all times
monitor own work and maintain work efficiency
participate in OHS practices
plan to meet required work outcomes of self and team
recognise own shortcomings and seek advice and assistance from supervisors.
Learning
ask questions to expand own knowledge
assess own competencies in meeting job requirements
attend training or skill development activities
identify own skill requirements and seek skill development if required
listen to feedback and advice of supervisors.
Technology
use information technology devices as required
use manual handling technologies in the workplace
use work tools, machines and equipment safely and effectively.