View Unit : Assess the overall condition and foot care requirements of the equine

Unit

Unit Reference Number

R/601/2814

Qualification Framework

QCF

Title

Assess the overall condition and foot care requirements of the equine

Unit Level

Level 3

Unit Sub Level

None

Guided Learning Hours

325

Unit Credit Value

Date of Withdrawal

SSAs

3.3 Animal Care and Veterinary Science

Unit Grading Structure

Pass

Assessment Guidance

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Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcome - The learner will:		Assessment Criterion - The learner can:
1	Be able to assess the overall condition and foot care requirements of the equine	1.1	Select a method of humane handling and control that is appropriate for the equine concerned and its requirements in order to minimise the risks to the animal, the handler, yourself and others
		1.2	Assess the requirements of the equine relevant to its activity, client expectations and environment
		1.3	Identify planes of reference (anatomical directions), topographic surface anatomy, general anatomy and physiology (physiological systems)
		1.4	Assess the locomotion of the equine and the relationship to its conformation when assessing foot care requirements
		1.5	Discuss and agree the foot care requirements of the equine with the person responsible for the equine
		1.6	Ensure that the equine’s health and welfare is maintained throughout the assessment
		1.7	Maintain the health and safety of the equine, yourself and others at all times
2	Understand different equine types and requirements	2.1	Describe the characteristics and temperament of different breeds and types of equine
		2.2	Describe the foot care requirements of equines and how these will be specifically related to their work and their environment
		2.3	Describe using the correct terminology, anatomical directions and planes of reference: • topographical anatomy of the equine • main points and region of the equine
		2.4	Describe how to assess the overall conformation and condition of the equine
		2.5	Identify the points and regions of the equine
		2.6	Explain terminology of anatomical and planes of reference
		2.7	Outline the basic anatomy and physiology of the equine using correct terminology
		2.8	Explain how to recognise irregularities of basic locomotion and action and how this information will be used to determine the foot care plan

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