VetSkill VTEC Level 3 Award in Preventative Canine Dental Care and Oral Hygiene
Qualification Number: 610/2309/7
This qualification has been designed for learners working with canines professionally, holding either employed or voluntary positions. It is aimed at those who wish to expand their underpinning knowledge and practical skills to allow them to incorporate preventative canine dental care and oral hygiene within their role.
The units within this qualification have been rigorously developed to include the essentials for working within the sector legally, professionally and ethically; whilst supporting the development of theoretical knowledge, complemented by the necessary practical skills and techniques.
Learners who may wish to register for the VetSkill VTEC Level 3 Award in Preventative Canine Dental Care and Oral Hygiene could include, but are not limited to:
Dog Grooming Assistant
Dog Groomer
Dog Walker
Canine Hydrotherapist
Dog Day Care Provider
Kennel Assistant
Providing preventative canine dental care and oral hygiene involves the application of safe methods and techniques to keep the mouth healthy and prevent deterioration that can result in significant health and welfare issues.
Preventative canine dental care and oral hygiene are not intended to substitute for essential regular assessment and treatment by a veterinary professional. The Veterinary Surgeons Act stipulates who is legally permitted to offer treatment to animals, including dental treatment. Learners will be assessed on the legal, ethical and professional roles and responsibilities, along with the scope of practice, for those who provide preventative dental care and the importance of dental assessment and treatment by veterinary professionals.
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Learners must have a regulated level 2 animal-related qualification and evidence that they are actively working within the animal care industry.
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A minimum of 12 months of experience of working within the animal care industry and evidence of this.
Example qualifications or apprenticeships that learners may have achieved could include, but are not limited to:
• Level 2 Certificate Dog Grooming Assistant
• Level 2 Certificate in Veterinary Care Support
• Level 2 Diploma in Patient Care Assistance
• Level 2 Certificate in Dog Walking
• Level 2 Certificate for Canine Hydrotherapy Assistants
• ST0397 Level 2 Animal Care and Welfare Assistant apprenticeship standard – all pathways
• ST0943 Level 2 Dog Groomer apprenticeship standard
There are no formal or specific academic or learning entry requirements for learners undertaking this programme. The nature of both the learning and assessment required for the qualification is such that learners will require basic literacy and numeracy skills.
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Portfolio of evidence
Throughout the qualification, students will compile a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate their knowledge, understanding and skills against the VetSkill assessment criteria. This is assessed and internally quality assured by the centre and externally quality assured by VetSkill.
Multiple-Choice Online Examination
There is one synoptic multiple-choice examination. Examinations are set and marked by VetSkill.
Practical Assessment
Once all other assessments have been passed, learners will undertake a Practical Assessment. The Practical Assessment is set by VetSkill and marked by the centre.
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