Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Animal Care
Certificate II in Animal Care
ACM20121
BGQ7
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 18/02/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 13/04/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for entry level and support roles in the animal care and management industry, where workers provide care for animals in workplaces such as animal shelters, boarding/day care facilities, sanctuaries and veterinary clinics. The work activities are routine, performed under supervision and within clearly defined guidelines.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:Twelve (12) units of competency:
- Seven (7) core units plus
- Five (5) 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. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- Three (3) units from Group A
- Two (2) units from the remaining electives in Groups A or Group B, or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCE92 | BSBCMM211 | Apply communication skills | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC56 | ACMGEN204 | Assist in health care of animals | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODC63 | ACMGEN202 | Complete animal care hygiene routines | 65 | Unit of competency |
| ODC59 | ACMGEN203 | Feed and water animals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BBD61 | ACMSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BBD39 | ACMWHS201 | Participate in workplace health and safety processes | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC60 | ACMGEN201 | Work in the animal care industry | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least three (3) units must be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
The two (2) remaining electives can be selected from Group A or Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of each occupational options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODC43 | ACMSPE313 | Provide general care of amphibians | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC41 | ACMSPE314 | Provide general care of birds | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC40 | ACMSPE315 | Provide general care of common native mammals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC38 | ACMSPE317 | Provide general care of domestic cats | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC39 | ACMSPE316 | Provide general care of domestic dogs | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC37 | ACMSPE318 | Provide general care of fish | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC36 | ACMSPE319 | Provide general care of invertebrates | 35 | Unit of competency |
| ODC35 | ACMSPE320 | Provide general care of mammals | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODC34 | ACMSPE321 | Provide general care of non-venomous reptiles | 20 | Unit of competency |
| ODC27 | ACMSPE322 | Provide general care of rodents or rabbits | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDN2 | ACM20117 | Certificate II in Animal Studies | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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