Assessor Resource
ACMCAS302
Provide advice on companion animal selection and general care
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to provide advice to clients on the appropriate selection of companion animals, and on their housing, nutritional and other general care requirements.
This unit applies to individuals who work in pet shops, boarding kennels and catteries, companion animal training, grooming or breeding establishments, mobile animal facilities and veterinary practices. This unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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