Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Visual Arts
Certificate IV in Visual Arts
CUA41320
BGR8
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 13/08/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 19/10/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/04/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are beginning to develop their own artistic voice and command of techniques in a range of art forms. It applies to work in different visual arts, craft and design work environments. Practice at this level is underpinned by application of broad and integrated technical and theoretical knowledge and the ability to analyse and use information from a range of sources. Individuals at this level usually operate autonomously, however they may provide some leadership and guidance to others with limited responsibility for the output of others.
The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Artist, Visual Artist, Arts Practitioner, Jewellery Designer, Studio Artist and Ceramic Artist. It also provides pathways to other visual arts, craft and design job roles.
There are 0 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations
Qualification
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Units of competency in qualification
Some individual units of competency may have their own licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Users must check individual units of competency for licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements relevant to that unit.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = Fifteen (15)- Six (6) core units plus
- Nine (9) elective units, of which:
- Four (4) elective units must be selected from Group A
- Three (3) elective units must be from selected from Group A and/or Group B
- Two (2) elective units may be from the remaining listed electives or any currently endorsed training package qualification or accredited course.
Elective units must be relevant to the work environment and the qualification, maintain the overall integrity of the AQF alignment, not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification, and contribute to a valid industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core units
These units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODD27 | CUAWHS312 | Apply work health and safety practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODE07 | CUAPPR415 | Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODF42 | CUAPPR414 | Develop self as artist | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODF76 | CUAACD311 | Produce drawings to communicate ideas | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODE58 | CUAPPR411 | Realise a creative project | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AWG99 | CUARES403 | Research history and theory to inform own arts practice | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units: Group A
At least four (4) elective units must be selected from Group A.
3. Elective Units: Group B
Up to five (5) elective units can be selected from Group B.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZO2 | CUA41315 | Certificate IV in Visual Arts | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
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Traineeships and Apprenticeships