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Work effectively in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry

Work effectively in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry

Unit of competency
National Code
CUAATS301
State Code
AWF64
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
090311 - Indigenous Studies
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build on existing knowledge of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry and apply new knowledge to working with others to support visual arts practice.It applies to individuals who are working as part of a team in the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual 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/arts centres and cooperatives, commercial and public galleries, museums, retail outlets, community projects, exhibitions, events and festivals.This unit reflects the diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and visual arts practices. It emphasises the importance of Aboriginal and 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. Extend knowledge of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry
  • 1.1 Use sources of information to develop understanding of the diversity of visual arts practices by Aboriginal and Torres Strait artists, including local and regional artists
  • 1.2 Identify individuals, organisations and networks that support local and regional Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander visual arts practice
  • 1.3 Identify current examples of cultural, social and economic impacts on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander visual arts practice
  • 1.4 Apply knowledge of the industry to work activities to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander visual arts practice
2. Perform work according to legal, ethical, cultural and enterprise requirements
  • 2.1 Complete work activities demonstrating an awareness of cultural protocols
  • 2.2 Comply with legal and ethical requirements as they apply to everyday work
  • 2.3 Follow procedures to minimise the environmental impact of work activities
3. Update and maintain knowledge of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander visual arts industry
  • 3.1 Establish and maintain networks to ensure industry knowledge of issues and trends is current
  • 3.2 Collect information about career development opportunities in the industry
  • 3.3 Identify areas for skill and knowledge development in consultation with appropriate people
  • 3.4 Undertake skill and knowledge development activities relevant to everyday work
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S7623 CUVATS301A Develop and apply knowledge of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODF49 CUAATS311 Work effectively in the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural arts industry Unit of competency