Understanding self-regulation through animal-assisted activities
Challenge reference: 9431
Active
Notional learning hours
10
Level
Level 1
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skills
Learning aim
The learner will understand and apply strategies to self-regulate during activities with animals and evaluate the effect of their behaviour.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes
(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)
The learner will:
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1
. Be able to explain self-regulation and why it is important in animal settings. -
2
. Be able to identify personal triggers and signs of emotional dysregulation during animal sessions.
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Assessment criteria
(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)
The learner can:
- Define self-regulation and explain how it helps when interacting with animals safely and respectfully
- List at least two emotional triggers and describe how they present (e.g. body language, voice tone)
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Assessment methodology
Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Record of oral questioning
1
2
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