Modification History
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TP Version |
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ACM10v3 |
Initial release. This Qualification supersedes and is not equivalent to ACM50210 |
Description
This Qualification is the industry standard for veterinary nurses who provide specialised surgical nursing support for registered specialist veterinarians performing specialised surgical procedures within veterinary clinics or hospitals.
Candidates undertaking study for this Qualification require extensive vocational expertise and should expect that access through paid employment within a veterinary clinic or hospital where a registered specialist performs specialised surgical procedures will be essential for meeting assessment requirements of some Units.
The Diploma of Veterinary Nursing (Surgical) is extremely complex and requires access and exposure to an extensive range of specialised surgical procedures, including intrathoracic, internal fixation, external fixation, soft tissue, ophthalmic, skin grafting, oncological surgery, advanced corrective orthopaedics and which may require advanced anaesthetic monitoring. It also requires access to a veterinary clinic or hospital where specialised surgical procedures are performed; veterinary surgeons that perform specialised surgical procedures; patients and clients requiring specialised surgical procedures; and the equipment, instruments and resources required to perform specialised surgical procedures.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the Qualification |
Pathways for candidates considering this Qualification are after achieving ACM40412 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. |
Pathways from the Qualification |
After achieving the ACM50212 Diploma of Veterinary Nursing (Surgical), candidates may undertake professional development activities in areas of benefit to their workplace and their personal aspirations |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
There is a direct link between this Qualification and approval to perform veterinary nursing duties under the Western Australian (WA) Veterinary Surgeons Act 1960 as amended. The WA Veterinary Surgeons Board must approve qualified persons to carry out the duties of veterinary nurses and must authorise persons enrolled in approved courses to perform the duties of trainee veterinary nurses. Candidates should confirm the regulatory requirements that apply in their relevant state or territory. In addition, individual Units of Competency may specify relevant licensing, legislative and/or regulatory requirements.
Entry Requirements
Entrants into ACM50212 Diploma of Veterinary Nursing (Surgical) are required to hold the 19 Core Units from the ACM40412 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this Qualification include: |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
A total of seven (7) Units of Competency must be achieved as specified below:
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CORE: Complete the following seven (7) CORE Units |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
ACMSUS301A |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
ACMVET501A |
Manage nursing requirements for specialised surgical procedures |
ACMVET502A |
Carry out post-operative nursing routines |
ACMVET508A |
Support veterinary practice communication and professional development |
ACMWHS501A |
Manage workplace health and safety processes |
BSBCUS501C |
Manage quality customer service |
BSBWOR502B |
Ensure team effectiveness |