Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:59 PM AWST
22/07/2026 9:59 PM AWST
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Develop understanding of own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity
Develop understanding of own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity
Unit of competency
National Code
CUAATS111
CUAATS111
State Code
ODF53
ODF53
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
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 develop understanding of the cultural and intellectual properties of one’s own cultural identity. The local cultural knowledge necessary to achieve competency in this unit may only be accessible to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. This unit also reflects the fact that there is no single Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture.The unit applies to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples in areas of work that include arts practice and cultural tourism. They could be preparing for work or further learning to pursue a career in the cultural or performing arts, or as a tour guide in local communities. This learning and work would be closely guided by required members of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Seek information on own region and country
- 1.1 Identify required sources of information on own region and country
- 1.2 Consult with required personnel to obtain knowledge of own region and country
2. Seek information on own family and kinship
- 2.1 Identify personnel with information on own kinship and family
- 2.2 Consult with identified personnel to obtain knowledge of own kinship and family
- 2.3 Identify other sources of information on own family and kinship as required
3. Develop concept of own identity
- 3.1 Determine own Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identity using information obtained
- 3.2 Inform work practice using concept of ‘belonging to country’ in relation to culture, family and kinship
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWJ98 | CUAATS101 | Develop understanding of own Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander identity | Unit of competency |