Assessor Resource
ACMGAS303
Plan for and provide nutritional requirements for animals
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to calculate rations based on animal species needs and availability of foodstuffs.
The unit applies to individuals working under supervision in the animal care industry where it may be necessary to plan nutritional requirements for animals, including but not restricted to companion animals in pet shops, boarding kennels and catteries, dog and cat breeding establishments, research technology animals, native and exotic animals in zoos, wildlife parks and animal rescue and rehabilitation facilities.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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