This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and monitor companion animal mating and breeding programs, and evaluate their outcomes.

This unit applies to individuals working as supervisors or managers in a companion animal facility where animal breeding is conducted according to regulatory and ethical requirements. They work autonomously and apply specialist knowledge and skills to provide solutions for predictable and unpredictable problems.

All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures according to Commonwealth and state/territory health and safety and animal welfare regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.

Licensing, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit but vary according to state/territory jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.