Thank you for your interest in the ACM40512 Certificate IV in Equine Dentistry supported by the Equine Dental Association of Australia in conjunction with GOULBURN OVENS INSTITUTE OF TAFE (RTO 3094)

The training program offered by the EDAA is a practically based course for the training of Equine Dental Technicians. The enrolment and selection criteria for this course is focused on the prospective students’ practical ability to handle horses safely in a variety of workplace situations. 90% of the delivery of this course is in the field. Normally it takes approximately 13 to 15 months full time to complete. The course is currently delivered in conjunction with Goulburn Ovens Institute of TAFE (RTO 3094) who are the registered training organisation delivering the course. Other contributors to the course include Dr. Peter Cakebread from the University of Melbourne and accredited members of the EDAA We have attached an Expression of Interest form, Position Profile and some answers to some of the frequently asked questions for your information. If you would like to continue with an application, please complete the Expression of Interest Form and return it to the EDAA office. This form does not commit you to complete the course. Once your application is received we will send you a letter with details of the next stage of the application process. All applicants are expected to spend at least 3 days in the field learning about what is involved with the course and a career as an Equine Dentist with the interview panel prior to August to being eligible for consideration for an interview. You will receive further information about this once you have lodged your Expression of Interest form. Once these contact days are completed, we will contact you again after the closing date in August, in relation to a possible interview in October. in the Selection Criteria for ACM 40512 Certificate IV in Equine Dentistry based on the following criteria: The EDAA Committee & Selection Panel has decided to restrict final interviews to the 8 potentially most suitable applicants The Committee & Selection Panel of the EDAA appreciates the effort, time and cost involved for all applicants to fulfil the necessary interview criteria of a minimum of 3 contact days and suggests that all applicants consider the selection criteria carefully before making this commitment. An Expression of Interest form is attached herewith, or can be downloaded from the EDAA website at http://www.equinedental.com.au/index.html

Dates for the next course are :

Opening date for applications 1st April , 2017

Closing date for applications 31st August, 2017 Interviews for 2015 course October, 2017 (TBA) Course Commencement February, 2018

Indicative Cost (this will be confirmed at interview) $30,000 approx

Address for sending Expression of Interest Form to:

The Secretary, EDAA PO Box 94 Cranbourne Vic. 3977

CERTIFICATE IV in EQUINE DENTISTRY (ACM40512)

Please complete this form in your own handwriting. Name _________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth: _____________________ Gender: Female Male Address: _______________________________________________________________________ Suburb: _________________________________________ Postcode: _____________________ Telephone: ________________________________ Mobile: _________________________ Email Address: __________________________________________________________________

Transport arrangements: (please tick box)

Do you have a current drivers licence? Yes No

If yes, do you have a car or access to a car? Yes No

If no, when do you anticipate obtaining one Date …………………….

Education & Qualifications: Are you currently attending secondary school? Yes No IF YES: What level are you completing? ________________

Which secondary college are you attending? ________________

IF NO: What month & year did you last attend secondary school full time? ________________

What level of secondary schooling did you complete? ________________

Since leaving school, have you completed any other qualifications? Yes No If yes, please list the qualification/s you have completed Please detail any relevant experience you have had with horses:

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Work History: Full time, part time or casual including current employment. Company F/T, P/T, Casual Commenced Finished Position Held

I have read the selection criteria and confirm that I have obtained the following (tick any that apply to you and include details and a copy of your certificate)

Relative Industry Experience Details

Relevant Workplace Experience Details

Relevant Employment Experience Details

Drivers Licence Details

Other Relevant Qualifications Details

Any Other Relevant Experience

Details

Where did you find out/hear about this course?

Please list 2 people we can contact to act as character references:

Full Name Contact No.

Full Name Contact No.

Please add any additional information that you consider relevant, for example personal qualities, hobbies, sporting interests or any other club activities.

Attach copies of any relevant references or certificates that you believe are relevant to this course, e.g. Working with Children Check, First Aid, etc. Please note that if you are offered a position in this course, you may be required to undertake a Police Check prior to commencement of the course.

Please return the completed application form to : Equine Dental Association of Australia

PO Box 94 Cranbourne, Vic. 3977.

DECLARATION : I declare that the information I have supplied in this application is true and correct. SIGNED: ________________________________________________ DATE: _________________________ A parent or guardian must also sign this form if you are under 18 years of age. SIGNED: ________________________________________________ DATE: _________________________

EQUINE DENTAL TECHNICIAN

POSITION PROFILE/COURSE OUTCOMES

General Purpose of this Course

Why does this course exist?

To provide the horse industry with a highly competent equine dental technician.

The graduating trainee shall be able to provide routine dental care in a wide variety of horses for horse owners and carers, focusing on improving the life and the performance of the horses treated.

Main Responsibilities

Requirement made of students during the duration of the course.

While providing this service to the horse industry always be observant of relevant Prevention of Cruelty to Animal Acts, Veterinary Acts, Schedule Drug and Prescription Animal Remedy Acts and National Competition Policies.

Follow guidelines, rules and regulations as described in the E.D.A.A. Code of Conduct, Constitution of the E.D.A.A. and R.T.O. Induction Manual.

Track and report performances following course parameters.

Present a professional appearance and mode of behaviour whenever engaged in E.D.A.A. and course required contact time.

Monitor and track contact days in the field in a field journal or diary. Provide examples of good and bad experiences in the field as well as achievements and procedures which you need to improve in.

Support fellow trainees and members of the E.D.A.A. in presenting the most professional image for the Association.

Key Deliveries – Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

How will the trainee be measured and assessed?

Practical experience will be gained by working over the course of the program with at least 8 different equine dental practitioners – all members of the EDAA – for a minimum of 10 days. Progressively the students will be encouraged to carry out more complex tasks. This is a mandatory assessment requirement.

Practical exams oat the 100 day, 200 day and any other time during contact days in the field. In the rare event that a student fails to reach the minimum standard of competency at the 200 Day test there will be additional costs in providing extra training and reassessment

Written exams and assignments as set by the R.T.O.

Professional Skills

Development of required skills critical to a successful career as an equine dental technician that is self employed :

Horsemanship

Customer relationships and management

Proficient equine dental technician practices

Business management

The field assessment will follow the professional development skills assessment guidelines.

Leadership Growth Competencies

There are four levels of leadership growth competencies – foundation, development, growth and world class. It is expected that trainees will succeed in improving their own personal leadership amongst colleagues and working amongst stable employees within the horse industry

Holding people accountable

Seizing the future

Developing self and others

Experience obtained

Trainees must seize the opportunity to learn skills vital in running your own business. Each day is a learning experience.

Trainees will work towards a self reliant role, being able to work with minimal supervision.

People management skills should be practiced and implemented.

Training Conditions

Due to the outside nature of being a professional Equine Dental Technician the trainee must be aware that :

Contact days of work place training could be quite long

All weather conditions may be endured

Difficult horses may be used in training

Clients may present personal challenging situations which should be handled as diplomatically as possible

The cost of travel, accommodation and living expenses will be the responsibility of the trainee during the duration of the course.

SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHY DO THE COURSE THROUGH THE E.D.A.A.?

It is the only equine dental course that has government recognition and all members are qualified & are insured.

HOW LONG IS THE COURSE ?

It takes 12 to 15 months to complete. The Course is FULL TIME and students must be able to travel interstate for periods of time to complete supervised work place experience with different demonstrators in varying workplace situations.

WHAT DOES THE COURSE ENTAIL?

The course consists of 5 weeks formal (in class) schooling and 230 days on the job (practical) training.

WHO ARE YOU LEARNING WITH?

Training is provided by qualified, accredited and insured dentists throughout Australia.

HOW MANY STUDENTS ARE TRAINED EACH YEAR?

E.D.A.A. trains 2-3 students per year.

WHY SO FEW?

Due to the one-on-one personal delivery E.D.A.A. has found from experience that this is the best way to deliver the course. By the time each student qualifies it is estimated that they have worked on over 3000 horses.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE COURSE?

Contact the EDAA Office on 0490704602 or visit www.equinedental.com.au

WHY THE E.D.A.A.?

Recognised, Qualified, Accredited and Insured Equine Dental Technicians who are able to offer a quality service with minimum stress to your horse without the need for unnecessary sedation.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FROM A RECENT STUDENT

WITH ALL THE EQUINE DENTIST COURSES WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THE E.D.A.A. COURSE?

I researched all the options and found that the E.D.A.A. has the only government recognised course and students that qualified through the E.D.A.A had a thorough understanding of equine dentistry and all made a full time living doing horses teeth.

WHAT DO YOU FIND THE BEST PART OF THE COURSE?

The one-on-one training allows me maximum supervised practical experience and that means I get the best value for time and money. I also get to work on an amazing cross section of horses giving me vital experience in all equine disciplines.

WHAT DO YOU HOPE TO ACHIEVE FROM THE COURSE?

I hope to gain full time employment as a professional equine dental service provider with no unnecessary sedation and minimal restraint for each horse.

WHAT WOULD YOUR ADVICE BE FOR SOMEONE WANTING TO BECOME AN EQUINE DENTIST?

My main advice would be - do your research. Don’t be afraid to ask questions like -

Is the qualification government recognised?

Does the Association offer insurance?

Does the Association work within existing law and refer specialist cases to primary health care providers (Veterinarians)?

How many people that qualify make a full time living?

What sort of hands on experience do I get for my money?

Will I be able to provide a service that does not use unnecessary sedation and minimal restraint?

Does the Association have a regulated Complaints Resolution Process?

Do I have a network of full time dentists for ongoing backup?

Does the Association provide ongoing professional development?

HOW DO I APPLY?

Contact the EDAA Office on 0490704602 or www.equinedental.com.au for more information.