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Exhibited Animal Behaviour and Training Skill Set

Exhibited Animal Behaviour and Training Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00027
State Code
AE503
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
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
240
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 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.
Pathway 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.
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.
General notes
No information