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Assistance Dog/Handler Team Training Skill Set

Assistance Dog/Handler Team Training Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00047
State Code
AE842
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
16/07/2022
Current Release Date
16/07/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
21/09/2022
Nominal Hours
245
Duration
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 16/07/2022 Current Approved
Description
This skill set is designed to provide potential dog handlers with the skills and knowledge to train an assistance dog.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide credit towards ACM40322 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 individuals who are experienced dog trainers and want to train assistance dogs.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package and the CHC Community Services Training Package meet the industry requirements for assistance dog training.
General notes
No information