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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Provide information and advice on aquatic animal selection
   • Use interpersonal skills effectively to engage clients and identify their requirements
   • Develop client profiles during communication with clients
   • Provide information on the level of care required by varied species of aquatic animals
   • Provide advice on the suitability of the selected species to meet client’s requirements
2. Advise on housing and environmental requirements
   • Discuss appropriate housing and shelter requirements for the selected species
   • Identify and recommend water features and landscaping requirements to suit requirements of the species
   • Explain set-up and maintenance of housing, and demonstrate if required
   • Provide advice on the introduction of species to a new environment
3. Advise on aquatic support systems
   • Identify systems and demonstrate to client
   • Evaluate systems and make recommendations to client
   • Discuss additional equipment and related services, and demonstrate as required
   • Arrange transportation of species and equipment, and provide instructions to client
4. Advise on health and nutritional requirements
   • Discuss the environmental health requirements of the species with the client
   • Provide information on recommended medical treatments for the selected species
   • Explain the dietary requirements for the selected species
5. Complete aquatic animal sales transactions
   • Complete sales of species and products according to workplace policies and procedures
   • Ensure compliance with legislative requirements for the sale or transportation of the selected species
   • Maintain records and follow up with client according to workplace policies and procedures