Skill set Outline

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Animal-Assisted Services Skill Set

Animal-Assisted Services Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00035
State Code
AE501
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
165
Duration
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 13/04/2021 Current Approved
Description
This skill set provides individuals with the skills and knowledge to work as an animal handler providing animal-assisted services to support people with disabilities and special needs.
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
ACM40321 Certificate IV in Animal Behaviour and Training.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who are experienced working with animals and who want to provide animal-assisted services.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package meet the requirements to provide and/or contribute to animal-assisted services to support people with disabilities and special needs.
General notes
No information