Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 1:58 AM AWST
23/07/2026 1:58 AM AWST
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Care for young animals
Care for young animals
Unit of competency
National Code
ACMCAN311
ACMCAN311
State Code
BBD58
BBD58
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 monitor the general health and wellbeing of young animals that may be either rescued native wildlife or captive animals being naturally or artificially reared.This unit applies to wildlife animal keepers or carers who work 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. Identify and assist with animal care needs
- 1.1 Prepare and maintain a suitable environment for rearing young animals according to WHS requirements
- 1.2 Develop appropriate care program to ensure the health and wellbeing of the animals
- 1.3 Provide assistance in operating and maintaining controlled environments according to facility policies and procedures
- 1.4 Identify and minimise artificial rearing risks
2. Monitor health and nutrition requirements for young animals
- 2.1 Prepare and store dietary and feeding requirements according to facility policies and procedures
- 2.2 Monitor growth and general condition of animals
- 2.3 Follow weaning procedures for nominated species
- 2.4 Conduct pre-release activities under supervision where appropriate
- 2.5 Maintain records according to facility policies and procedures
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3858 | ACMCAN311A | Care for young animals | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODC51 | ACMGEN302 | Care for young animals | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDN1 | ACM30117 | Certificate III in Animal Studies | Qualification |
| BDN4 | ACM30317 | Certificate III in Captive Animals | Qualification |
| BDM4 | ACM40317 | Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services | Qualification |
| AD738 | ACMSS00008 | Native Amphibian Rehabilitation Skill Set | Skill set |
| AD734 | ACMSS00009 | Native Bird Rehabilitation Skill Set | Skill set |
| AD736 | ACMSS00010 | Native Mammal Rehabilitation Skill Set | Skill set |
| AD732 | ACMSS00011 | Native Reptile Rehabilitation Skill Set | Skill set |