Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 8:38 PM AWST
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Orphan Native Wildlife Carer Skill Set
Orphan Native Wildlife Carer Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00026
ACMSS00026
State Code
AE512
AE512
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
13/04/2021
Current Release Date
13/04/2021
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
26/07/2021
Nominal Hours
75
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 13/04/2021 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge to provide care for young/orphan native wildlife within a rehabilitation program.
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards qualifications in the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package including:
ACM30121 Certificate III in Animal Care Services
ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care.
ACM30121 Certificate III in Animal Care Services
ACM30321 Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Regulatory requirements apply to caring for and rehabilitating native wildlife but vary according to state/territory jurisdictions. Users must check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who are working as native wildlife carers in the animal care and management industry.
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 carers of orphan animals in a native wildlife rehabilitation program.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODC51 | ACMGEN302 | Care for young animals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC41 | ACMSPE314 | Provide general care of birds | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC40 | ACMSPE315 | Provide general care of common native mammals | 20 | Unit of competency |
