This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to complete significance assessments of collection objects. It involves determining significance by applying criteria including value, meaning, history, and cultural considerations attached to objects.

The unit applies to those who work in both small and large organisations assessing the significance of objects in collections or being considered for inclusion in collections. In smaller organisations, the role may be undertaken by individuals with broader management responsibilities, by committees and boards of management, or combinations of different personnel. In larger organisations, specialised curatorial staff may undertake this role.

The significance of collection objects relates to their value to past, present and future generations and may apply to their aesthetic, historical, scientific or social value. In this unit, significance assessment is undertaken autonomously, according to established procedures but in consultation with others.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.