Provide foot and claw care for small animals
Challenge reference: 9740
Active
Notional learning hours
30
Level
Level 2
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skills
Learning aim
The learner will be able to independently provide foot and claw care for small animals and explain the importance of good management.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes
(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)
The learner will:
-
1
. Be able to check and maintain small animal foot health. -
2
. Be able to plan and record care routines.
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Assessment criteria
(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)
The learner can:
- Demonstrate correct handling and restraint for safe inspection
- Identify three common problems (e.g. overgrown claws, bumblefoot, cracked skin)
- Explain why prompt treatment and regular care are important
- Create a simple care schedule for routine claw trimming and housing maintenance
- Record care tasks completed and report concerns to the appropriate person
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Assessment methodology
Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Record of oral questioning
1
Labelled product, video or photographic evidence
2
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