Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
24/07/2026 2:04 AM AWST
24/07/2026 2:04 AM AWST
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Work within an equine allied health provider framework
Work within an equine allied health provider framework
Unit of competency
National Code
ACMEQU507
ACMEQU507
State Code
ODV39
ODV39
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/05/2022
Field of Education
050105 - Animal Husbandry
Original Release Date
25/05/2022
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work professionally as an equine allied health service provider. It covers knowledge of relevant state/territory regulations and scope of practice requirements, developing industry networks, providing and promoting services to clients, establishing and maintaining accurate records and maintaining industry knowledge and currency.The unit applies to practitioners who provide an allied health service for horses and other equines. They work autonomously and apply in-depth technical knowledge and skills to provide and communicate solutions for predictable and unpredictable problems within their scope of professional practice.Commonwealth and state/territory health and safety and animal welfare legislation, regulations and codes of practice relevant to interacting with horses apply to workers in this industry. Requirements vary between industry sectors and jurisdictions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Investigate compliance requirements relating to equine allied health service provision
- 1.1 Identify requirements relating to equine allied health service practitioner scope of practice, including relevant veterinary practice, and pharmacy, poisons/restricted and controlled substances legislation
- 1.2 Identify and comply with legislative and code of practice requirements relating to animal welfare, health and safety and environmental sustainability relevant to conducting equine services
- 1.3 Investigate and establish legal, insurance and business requirements relevant to equine allied health service provision
2. Develop an industry network
- 2.1 Identify equine industry health service providers and evaluate options for equine health care
- 2.2 Establish a network of registered veterinarians and other appropriate equine service providers for referrals, sharing of information, collaboration and consultation
3. Provide and promote equine allied health service
- 3.1 Promote importance of regular equine health care and services available to equine clients
- 3.2 Explain services in area of expertise, including scope of practice, qualifications and experience, to equine clients
- 3.3 Establish client base and record information
- 3.4 Determine client expectations and monitor and evaluate service provision against client expectations and satisfaction
4. Establish and maintain client and equine records
- 4.1 Devise and implement record-keeping system for managing client information
- 4.2 Select charts and accurately record and interpret equine information relevant to service provision
- 4.3 Maintain administration and financial records for business management purposes
5. Maintain equine allied health industry knowledge and currency
- 5.1 Investigate and maintain knowledge of current industry trends, techniques and technologies relevant to area of equine allied health expertise
- 5.2 Identify opportunities to further develop own skills and knowledge in area of equine allied health expertise
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBE72 | ACMEQD401 | Work within an equine dental service provision framework | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHN4 | ACM50521 | Diploma of Equine Allied Health | Qualification |