Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts

Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts

Qualification
National Code:
CUA40625
State Code:
BOI3
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
1003 - Visual Arts And Crafts
Original TGA Release Date
13/08/2025
Approved Date
14/11/2025
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
830
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/08/2025
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 13/08/2025 Current Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who work in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural arts context and produce work that shows a well-developed command of technique in their chosen art form.
The outcomes of this qualification apply to work in cultural arts environments within Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities. 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.
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 different sources. The job roles that relate to this qualification may include Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Jewellery Designer, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Studio Artist, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Glass Artist, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Textile Artist. It also provides a pathway to other Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander arts, craft and design 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 selected from Group A and/or Group B

- Two (2) elective units may be selected 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
ODE67 CUAATS411 Communicate effectively in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry 180 Unit of competency
ODF53 CUAATS111 Develop understanding of own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity 50 Unit of competency
OFB09 AHCOCM303 Follow Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural protocols 35 Unit of competency
ODF48 CUAATS312 Produce work that expresses own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity 60 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.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OEZ17 MSTAT4005 Analyse influences on textile design and construction 90 Unit of competency
OCF61 BSBCRT411 Apply critical thinking to work practices 55 Unit of competency
ODE93 CUAPHI412 Apply photo imaging lighting techniques 100 Unit of competency
OCE59 BSBCRT412 Articulate, present and debate ideas 40 Unit of competency
AWF51 CUADIG401 Author interactive media 50 Unit of competency
ODH82 CUAPHI411 Capture images in response to a brief 60 Unit of competency
ODD25 CUAPHI316 Capture images using drone technology 110 Unit of competency
OCG30 BSBCRT413 Collaborate in creative processes 45 Unit of competency
ODD80 CUAANM313 Create 3D digital models 75 Unit of competency
ODD65 CUADIG413 Create user interfaces 50 Unit of competency
ODF99 CUADIG412 Design user interfaces 50 Unit of competency
ODF46 CUAATS313 Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts 50 Unit of competency
ODE07 CUAPPR415 Develop and discuss ideas for own creative work 30 Unit of competency
ODE90 CUADES413 Develop and extend design skills and practice 30 Unit of competency
ODH74 CUAMWB401 Develop and implement own self-care plan in the creative industries 45 Unit of competency
ODF75 CUACHR311 Develop basic dance composition skills 20 Unit of competency
ODI10 CUAPPR312 Document the creative work progress 20 Unit of competency
AWH70 CUAPHI403 Enhance, manipulate and output photo images 80 Unit of competency
ODG70 CUACER413 Experiment with ceramic surface treatments 45 Unit of competency
ODF68 CUAACD412 Experiment with moulding and casting techniques 45 Unit of competency
ODH80 CUAPRI411 Experiment with printing techniques 60 Unit of competency
ODJ07 CUACER411 Experiment with techniques to produce ceramic works 60 Unit of competency
AWJ19 CUADRA401 Experiment with techniques to produce drawings 60 Unit of competency
AWJ04 CUAGLA401 Experiment with techniques to produce glasswork 60 Unit of competency
AWI65 CUAJWL401 Experiment with techniques to produce jewellery 70 Unit of competency
ODD67 CUAPAI411 Experiment with techniques to produce paintings 60 Unit of competency
AWH78 CUAPER401 Experiment with techniques to produce performance art 40 Unit of competency
ODH30 CUASCU411 Experiment with techniques to produce sculpture 60 Unit of competency
AWG58 CUATEX401 Experiment with techniques to produce textile work 70 Unit of competency
AWG53 CUAWOO401 Experiment with techniques to produce wood objects 60 Unit of competency
ODH81 CUACER412 Experiment with throwing techniques 60 Unit of competency
ODE97 CUADES302 Explore and apply the creative design process to 2D forms 50 Unit of competency
ODD91 CUADES303 Explore and apply the creative design process to 3D forms 50 Unit of competency
ODE99 CUADES301 Explore the use of colour 40 Unit of competency
ODH59 CUAIND411 Extend expertise in specialist creative fields 45 Unit of competency
OAJ21 MSFGG3024 Form glass 40 Unit of competency
ODE92 CUADES411 Generate design solutions 60 Unit of competency
ODZ50 MSFFDM4006 Hand carve wood to custom design 60 Unit of competency
OAF83 MSMPMC310 Hand mould products 30 Unit of competency
OEZ74 MSTGN2023 Identify and handle fabrics and textiles 70 Unit of competency
ODD22 CUADAN312 Increase depth of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander dance techniques 20 Unit of competency
ODF69 CUAACD411 Integrate colour theory and design processes 20 Unit of competency
OAO58 CUAPPR408 Integrate disability access and inclusion 55 Unit of competency
ODE91 CUADES412 Interpret and respond to a design brief 20 Unit of competency
OEA76 SITTGDE013 Interpret aspects of local Australian Indigenous culture 100 Unit of competency
ODD68 CUAACD314 Make scale models 70 Unit of competency
ODG55 CUAMWB402 Manage feedback on creative practice 35 Unit of competency
OEY83 MSTAT5004 Manipulate fabrics to create new finishes 70 Unit of competency
OAF01 MSMPMC308 Operate slip casting equipment 30 Unit of competency
OAK01 MSFDG3003 Paint and fire glass 70 Unit of competency
ODI09 CUAPPR314 Participate in collaborative creative projects 45 Unit of competency
OEY91 MSTAT4020 Prepare stencils and screens for textile printing 60 Unit of competency
ODD55 CUAPHI314 Process colour materials in a wet darkroom context 60 Unit of competency
ODK12 CUAPHI313 Process photo images 110 Unit of competency
ODD24 CUAACD312 Produce computer-aided drawings 60 Unit of competency
ODF76 CUAACD311 Produce drawings to communicate ideas 40 Unit of competency
ODJ23 CUADIG415 Produce innovative digital images 60 Unit of competency
ODG53 CUADIG416 Produce innovative video art 60 Unit of competency
OEY89 MSTAT4022 Produce screen-printed textiles 80 Unit of competency
ODF74 CUAACD313 Produce technical drawings 70 Unit of competency
ODE58 CUAPPR411 Realise a creative project 55 Unit of competency
OEB13 SITTGDE019 Research and share information on Australian Indigenous cultures 60 Unit of competency
ODE69 CUAPPR417 Select and prepare creative work for exhibition 10 Unit of competency
AWH30 CUAPPR402 Select sites for creative projects and plan work 20 Unit of competency
ODZ46 MSFFDM4022 Select, use and maintain hand tools for the creation of custom products 40 Unit of competency
ODZ54 MSFFDM4023 Set up, operate and maintain basic static woodworking machines for furniture designs 45 Unit of competency
ODE96 CUADES304 Source and apply design industry knowledge 20 Unit of competency
ODE95 CUADES305 Source and apply information on the history and theory of design 65 Unit of competency
OEZ03 MSTGN4026 Source textile materials and resources 35 Unit of competency
AWH29 CUAPPR403 Store and maintain finished creative work 10 Unit of competency
AWH72 CUAPHI305 Use wet darkroom techniques to produce monochrome photographs 40 Unit of competency
ODD77 CUAATS514 Work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural material 30 Unit of competency
3. Elective Units: Group B

Up to five (5) elective units can be selected from Group B.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCG33 BSBESB305 Address compliance requirements for new business ventures 45 Unit of competency
ODE04 CUAIND413 Communicate effectively with arts professionals 40 Unit of competency
ODH51 CUARES412 Conduct research 30 Unit of competency
OCE28 BSBSTR301 Contribute to continuous improvement 35 Unit of competency
OCE81 BSBESB304 Determine resource requirements for new business ventures 25 Unit of competency
OCE25 BSBESB302 Develop and present business proposals 30 Unit of competency
OCF00 BSBPEF402 Develop personal work priorities 35 Unit of competency
ODF42 CUAPPR414 Develop self as artist 20 Unit of competency
OCG32 BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures 55 Unit of competency
OCE80 BSBESB406 Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures 40 Unit of competency
OCE13 BSBSUS411 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices 35 Unit of competency
OAO71 CUACMP311 Implement copyright arrangements 40 Unit of competency
ODG56 CUAEVP413 Install and dismantle exhibition elements 40 Unit of competency
OCF51 BSBESB301 Investigate business opportunities 25 Unit of competency
OCE19 BSBLDR413 Lead effective workplace relationships 40 Unit of competency
OAO66 CUACMP511 Manage copyright arrangements 50 Unit of competency
OCF11 BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures 50 Unit of competency
OCE08 BSBPEF401 Manage personal health and wellbeing 55 Unit of competency
OCG11 BSBESB404 Market new business ventures 45 Unit of competency
ODG85 CUAFIM411 Obtain revenue to support operations 40 Unit of competency
OCF48 BSBESB303 Organise finances for new business ventures 50 Unit of competency
OCF03 BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities 30 Unit of competency
ODF80 CUAIND314 Plan a career in the creative arts industry 34 Unit of competency
OCD82 BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures 50 Unit of competency
OCD38 BSBSTR401 Promote innovation in team environments 35 Unit of competency
OCF73 BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans 45 Unit of competency
OAO59 CUAIND311 Work effectively in the creative arts industry 50 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BGU3 CUA40620 Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Arts Qualification
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Traineeships and Apprenticeships
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