Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver ACMEQD405, 'Perform routine dental correction and oral care using manual instruments'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Perform routine dental correction and oral care using manual instruments' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify and appraise manual instruments used in equine dentistry | 1.1 Assess materials used in manual dental instruments to determine appropriateness for intended use and for cleaning and disinfection 1.2 Assess speculum types and demonstrate fitting techniques according to work health and safety (WHS) standards and animal welfare considerations 1.3 Review manual files (floats) and file (float) blade types and demonstrate techniques for use according to WHS standards and animal welfare considerations 1.4 Examine other dental equipment and demonstrate techniques for use according to WHS standards and animal welfare considerations |
2. Prepare for use of manual instruments | 2.1 Assess potential risks and safety considerations for equines and handlers in performing an oral inspection and apply safety protocols and risk controls 2.2 Refer to a treatment plan and oral mouth inspection reports before commencing dental treatment 2.3 Implement appropriate infection control procedures 2.4 Select appropriate manual instruments for the nominated task 2.5 Position or restrain the equine using safe handling techniques and instruct the carer on their role in controlling the equine |
3. Prepare for routine dental correction in line with the treatment plan | 3.1 Fit speculum in line with industry standards giving due consideration to equine response and relevant anatomy 3.2 Remove impacted feed and flush oral cavity with water to conduct visual and manual examination using appropriate focal light source and dental mirrors 3.3 Identify any digitally loose retained deciduous teeth (caps) 3.4 Assess condition and cause/s of pathology and arrange for treatment according to the constraints of qualified equine dental provider professional scope and related workplace protocols 3.5 Provide advice and options for treatment or arrange for a referral to a registered veterinarian |
4. Perform routine dental correction according to treatment plan | 4.1 Assess the impact of sharp buccal and lingual points on soft tissues on both the upper and lower molar arcades 4.2 File teeth (float) with extreme caution to optimise health, mastication and comfort of horse or other equine ensuring that the removal of dentine is not excessive and the pulp chamber is not approached or damaged 4.3 Assess procedure for removal of digitally loose retained teeth and treat 4.4 Remove supragingival calculus (tartar) from teeth as necessary 4.5 Clean and modify canine teeth according to professional workplace practice 4.6 Refer treatments outside of qualified equine dental provider professional scope to a registered veterinarian |
5. Install or restore bit seat for ridden or driven horses or other equines and address canine teeth | 5.1 Address the presence or absence of first premolar (Wolf) teeth prior to installing bit seats and refer to a registered veterinarian if extraction is required 5.2 Identify features of the required ‘bit seat’ according to the treatment plan and purpose or use of the equine 5.3 Create appropriate bit seats on the second premolars on both the upper and lower arcades giving due consideration to tooth structure and maintaining optimal occlusion in relation to mastication and avoidance of the pulp canals 5.4 Rinse the oral cavity in line with workplace practice |
6. Provide post-dental treatment care | 6.1 Inspect the oral cavity and teeth for evidence of injury caused during dental treatment and, if present, evaluate treatment options including the need to consult or refer to a veterinarian 6.2 Evaluate dental treatment to confirm comfort and evaluate oral functionality status 6.3 Clean and disinfect work area, instruments and other equipment according to infection control standard precautions 6.4 Check instruments and equipment for wear and/or damage and implement workplace maintenance or repair procedures 6.5 Update records including dental charts and photographs, according to workplace requirements 6.6 Inform the owner or carer about the scope of the treatment provided and provide advice about post-treatment care, the need for follow-up treatment, or referral to a registered veterinarian or other appropriate service provider. |