Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 9:28 PM AWST
22/07/2026 9:28 PM AWST
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Monitor animal reproduction
Monitor animal reproduction
Unit of competency
National Code
ACMCAN306
ACMCAN306
State Code
BBE62
BBE62
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/06/2018
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
20/06/2018
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate and monitor reproduction needs in accordance with the institution's breeding plan. Animals in the reproduction program may be either naturally or artificially reared.This unit applies to wildlife animal keepers or carers working in a captive animal facility, under the direction of a more experienced staff member.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.NOTE: The terms 'occupational health and safety' (OHS) and 'work health and safety' (WHS) generally have the same meaning in the workplace. In jurisdictions where the national model WHS legislation has not been implemented, RTOs must contextualise the unit of competency by referring to current OHS legislative requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Facilitate reproduction
- 1.1 Recognise and report sexual behaviour communication and signs in the male and female reproductive cycle
- 1.2 Identify and monitor WHS risks and animal welfare requirements associated with potential aggressive behaviour
- 1.3 Provide conditions and environmental cues conducive to breeding and to meet species-specific requirements
- 1.4 Facilitate reproduction according to the institution’s breeding plan
2. Monitor breeding animals during the period of reproduction
- 2.1 Provide a suitable species-specific environment for breeding animals
- 2.2 Provide and monitor requirements
- 2.3 Record relevant data so that successes can be replicated
- 2.4 Communicate changes to husbandry regimes
3. Prepare and assist with birth or hatching
- 3.1 Provide suitable media to assist with birth or hatching
- 3.2 Monitor birth or hatching of young animals
- 3.3 Assess and manage post-birth or post-hatching behaviour
- 3.4 Assess breeding outcomes and recommend updates for inclusion in the institution’s breeding plan
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3853 | ACMCAN306A | Monitor animal reproduction | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODD00 | ACMEXH305 | Monitor animal reproduction | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDN9 | ACM40217 | Certificate IV in Captive Animals | Qualification |
| BDN4 | ACM30317 | Certificate III in Captive Animals | Qualification |