Skill set Outline
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23/07/2026 4:59 AM AWST
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Assistance Dog/Handler Team Training Skill Set
Assistance Dog/Handler Team Training Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00047
ACMSS00047
State Code
AE842
AE842
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
16/07/2022
Current Release Date
16/07/2022
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
21/09/2022
Transition Date
—
Nominal Hours
245
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 16/07/2022 | Current | Approved |
Pathway Information
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Skill Set Entry Requirements
A Current Qualification Release or associated Course does not exist.
Target Group
Suggested words for statement of attainment
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEC20 | ACMADT501 | Plan and conduct assistance dog training in specific and complex tasks | 65 | Unit of competency |
| AVC10 | CHCDIS010 | Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OED19 | ACMADT301 | Select appropriate equipment for an assistance dog and handler | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OED16 | ACMADT403 | Train dogs using operant and classical conditioning techniques | 65 | Unit of competency |
