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Pet Grooming
Pet Grooming
Pathway
National Code
—
—
State Code
AD93
AD93
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
16/07/2022
16/07/2022
Field of Education
0611 - Veterinary Studies
0611 - Veterinary Studies
Approved Date
21/09/2022
21/09/2022
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Version
1.00
1.00
Current Release Date
16/07/2022
16/07/2022
Nominal Hours
700
700
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required to work in a broad range of roles in animal care facilities and services, including boarding/day care, breeding, shelters/holding centres, pet grooming, pet sitting and other animal businesses.
Individuals in these roles perform a range of animal care tasks under broad direction which involve discretion and judgement in handling animals, selecting and operating tools and equipment, coordinating resources and problem solving. They are required to take responsibility for their own work including, carrying out assigned tasks, compliance with animal welfare, organising processes, solving problems and working to schedules.
The qualification allows for specialisation in:
- Animal Care
- Pet Grooming
- Customer Service
This qualification is suitable to be undertaken as an apprenticeship or traineeship pathway.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Individuals in these roles perform a range of animal care tasks under broad direction which involve discretion and judgement in handling animals, selecting and operating tools and equipment, coordinating resources and problem solving. They are required to take responsibility for their own work including, carrying out assigned tasks, compliance with animal welfare, organising processes, solving problems and working to schedules.
The qualification allows for specialisation in:
- Animal Care
- Pet Grooming
- Customer Service
This qualification is suitable to be undertaken as an apprenticeship or traineeship pathway.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
Seventeen (17) units of competency:
- seven (7) core units plus
- ten (10) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. Electives can be chosen to provide a general qualification or a qualification with a specialisation.
For the award of the Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming) choose:
- all six (6) units from the electives in Group B
- up to four (4) units from the electives listed in Groups A to D (not already selected)
- up to one (1) unit from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Seventeen (17) units of competency:
- seven (7) core units plus
- ten (10) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. Electives can be chosen to provide a general qualification or a qualification with a specialisation.
For the award of the Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming) choose:
- all six (6) units from the electives in Group B
- up to four (4) units from the electives listed in Groups A to D (not already selected)
- up to one (1) unit from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
Seven (7) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODC52 | ACMGEN303 | Assess the welfare status of an animal | 55 | Unit of competency |
| ODC23 | ACMGEN315 | Communicate effectively with clients and team members | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BBE73 | ACMINF301 | Comply with infection control policies and procedures in animal care work | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BBE28 | ACMWHS301 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODC20 | ACMBEH301 | Identify behaviours and interact safely with animals | 55 | Unit of competency |
| ODC50 | ACMGEN304 | Promote positive wellbeing in self and others in animal care workplaces | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC44 | ACMGEN309 | Provide basic animal first aid | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units: Animal Care
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of each specialisation.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODC51 | ACMGEN302 | Care for young animals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC69 | ACMGEN313 | Carry out simple breeding procedures | 55 | Unit of competency |
| ODC25 | ACMBEH404 | Condition animal behaviour | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODC66 | ACMGEN314 | Identify animal anatomy and physiology for animal care work | 90 | Unit of competency |
| ODC76 | ACMGEN311 | Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing | 80 | Unit of competency |
| ODC48 | ACMGEN307 | Maintain aquariums and/or aquascapes and aquatic animals | 55 | Unit of competency |
| ODC65 | ACMBEH302 | Provide enrichment for animals | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODC92 | ACMGEN312 | Provide nutritional requirements for animals | 65 | Unit of competency |
| ODC47 | ACMGEN308 | Walk and exercise dogs | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units: Pet Grooming
For the award of the Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming) choose:
- all six (6) units from the electives in Group B
- up to four (4) units from the electives listed in Groups A to D (not already selected)
- up to one (1) unit from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of each specialisation.
- all six (6) units from the electives in Group B
- up to four (4) units from the electives listed in Groups A to D (not already selected)
- up to one (1) unit from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of each specialisation.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODC80 | ACMGRM201 | Bath, dry and brush domestic dogs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODC29 | ACMGRM403 | Enhance companion animal coat and skin condition | 45 | Unit of competency |
| ODC46 | ACMGRM305 | Groom dogs to meet breed style and coat requirements | 150 | Unit of competency |
| ODC88 | ACMGRM304 | Perform grooms on cross breed dogs | 140 | Unit of competency |
| ODC39 | ACMSPE316 | Provide general care of domestic dogs | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC81 | ACMGRM303 | Provide sanitary and hygiene grooms for companion animals | 120 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units: Customer Service
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of each specialisation.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWX42 | SIRRRTF001 | Balance and secure point-of-sale terminal | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWX44 | SIRRMER003 | Coordinate visual merchandising activities | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCF16 | BSBOPS304 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AWW96 | SIRXSLS002 | Follow point-of-sale procedures | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AWX46 | SIRRMER001 | Produce visual merchandise displays | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODC45 | ACMGEN306 | Provide advice on aquatic animal selection and general care | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC49 | ACMGEN305 | Provide advice on companion animal selection and general care | 65 | Unit of competency |
| ODC90 | ACMGEN310 | Provide reception services for an animal care facility | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AWX48 | SIRRINV001 | Receive and handle retail stock | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC55 | ACMGEN205 | Source and provide information for animal care needs | 35 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Elective Units: General Electives
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of each specialisation.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD13 | Pet Grooming | Pathway |
Note
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.