Unit of competency Outline

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Work effectively in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry

Work effectively in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAATS311
State Code
ODF49
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
16/04/2021
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Field of Education
090311 - Indigenous Studies
Original Release Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to build on existing knowledge of the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry. It involves applying new knowledge of working with others to support cultural arts practice.The unit applies to individuals who are working as part of a team in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry. Individuals could be working in urban, regional, rural or remote settings. The work environment could involve interactions with artists and their communities in contexts such as cultural centres, arts centres, cooperatives, commercial galleries, public galleries, museums, retail outlets, community projects, exhibitions, events and festivals.This unit reflects the diversity of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultures and their cultural arts practices. It emphasises the importance of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples controlling their own cultural heritage and identity. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Develop knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry
  • 1.1 Identify diverse cultural arts practices of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait artists
  • 1.2 Identify individuals, organisations and networks supporting local and regional Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts
  • 1.3 Record gathered information in required format
2. Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry
  • 2.1 Identify examples of cultural, social, legal, ethical and economic impacts on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander cultural arts practices
  • 2.2 Confirm identified impacts with required personnel
  • 2.3 Apply knowledge of impacts to own work activities in support of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander cultural arts practices
3. Update and maintain knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry
  • 3.1 Establish and maintain own industry networks
  • 3.2 Update knowledge of industry issues and trends
  • 3.3 Collect information on career development opportunities
  • 3.4 Identify areas for skill and knowledge development in consultation with required personnel
  • 3.5 Undertake skill and knowledge development activities relevant to own work
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWF64 CUAATS301 Work effectively in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry Unit of competency