ACMVET511 — Apply principles of animal behaviour

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44 assessable components: 4 elements (21 performance criteria), 3 performance evidence and 17 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 3 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Promote responsible pet ownership

1.1Identify basic animal needs and relate to behavioural patterns
1.2Advise clients on the benefits of socialisation and humane training methods
1.3Advise clients on behavioural issues and legal responsibilities of pet ownership

2 Interpret animal behaviour

2.1Identify anatomy and physiology as it relates to the stress response and behaviour management in animals
2.2Review animal learning theory and identify current techniques in behavioural management
2.3Provide appropriate environment and enrichment to promote and support normal behaviour in species
2.4Investigate socialising, environmental and activity behaviours in different species
2.5Determine a range of acceptable and unacceptable animal behaviours in different species
2.6Collect patient histories and identify a range of normal and abnormal behaviours in different species
2.7Assess the physical and social environment of the patient
2.8Assess risks or hazards to patient, other animals, self, owner, staff and public
2.9Inform the veterinarian of identified behavioural issues

3 Facilitate behavioural consults

3.1Coordinate appropriate actions to reduce risk according to WHS requirements and practice policies as directed by veterinarian
3.2Assist in providing an appropriate environment for each behaviour consultation to occur
3.3Provide nursing support for behavioural consultations
3.4Provide appropriate behavioural advice as directed by veterinarian
3.5Prepare behavioural medications according to legislative requirements and as prescribed or directed by the veterinarian

4 Provide after care for behavioural cases

4.1Design behaviour modification plan for patients using current humane methods that complies with legislative requirements
4.2Educate clients on behaviour management and implementation of behaviour modification plans
4.3Follow up and review behaviour modification plans in response to patient outcomes and progress with veterinarian
4.4Provide grief support to clients as required

Performance evidence

developed and delivered a minimum of three animal behaviour programs, covering two species, that benefits animals or animal owners, including (for each): collecting patient histories and identifying normal and abnormal animal behaviours; determining acceptable and unacceptable animal behaviours; providing nursing support for behavioural consultations; designing a behaviour modification program; providing follow-up support for client
reviewed a minimum of one behaviour education program for an animal who was prescribed a behavioural modification drug
performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 240 hours of work in a veterinary practice

Knowledge evidence

animal anatomy and physiology relating to the stress response and behaviour management
animal learning theory and current techniques in behavioural management
early socialisation and physical environment requirements of animals
animal nutrition and husbandry related to behaviour
common behavioural problems in companion animals
abnormal behaviour and the potential role of physical illness in behavioural problems
fundamentals of animal behaviour
principles of animal welfare and ethics in behaviour management
rights of animals
legal responsibilities of pet ownership
normal animal behaviour, development and communication
medications commonly used to manage behavioural disorders
nursing support of behavioural management, including: directing clients; collecting history; restraining animals; performing a physical examination; producing reports; supplying medications; organising revisits and other follow-up procedures; coordinating referrals when required
relevant state or territory legislation and regulations relating to the practice of veterinary science, work health and safety and animal welfare
relevant state or territory legislation covering the use of therapeutic and controlled substances
client education programs
risks and hazards related to animal behavior.

Foundation skills

Reading: Read and analyse a variety of research texts in relation to animal behaviour and animal learning theory, and apply outcomes to client education programs
Oral communication: Presentation skills to conduct client education programs
Get the work done: Apply problem-solving skills to use available resources and anticipate veterinarians’ requirements Address irregularities and contingencies in the context of the work role

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