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Equine
Dentistry Training
AEDP
Certified Equine Dentist III
Aims
The training
provided by the Australian Equine Dental Practice aims to enable
participants to work to a very high standard which emphasizes:
- Treating
every horse sensitively and as an individual, without
restraints such as head slings or sedatives.
- Thoroughly
examining and treating -without compromise- all relevant dental and
oral conditions.
- Accepting
a responsible role in the well-being of the horse and
serving the client with appropriate advice about:
- dental and oral health
- responsible dental
care
- good riding and
driving techniques
- good nutritional
management.
- Providing treatment
which respects natural structure and function of the dental and
digestive system avoiding the use of rotary burrs or other risky
mechanical intervention.
Curriculum
Structure
The
first part of the training is provided as distance learning and this is
followed by an intensive on-site period in Melbourne. The duration of
each period is dependent on whether the trainee participates in certificate or post-graduate training.
Certificate
training is for persons who
qualify on account of their knowledge, skill and equine background.
Postgraduate training is solely for qualified veterinary surgeons.
This stream is
suitable for veterinary surgeons who wish to specialize in equine
dentistry and strive to be the respected in their field. It
allows
practising veterinarians to take a minimal amount of time away from
their practice.
Certificate - distance
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Postgraduate - distance
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Total Distance Education time will
be 290 hours. These hours indicate the time
required for study prior to coming to Melbourne. This component takes place during 14 weeks preceeding the on-site period in
Melbourne. During this time the educator facilitates appropriate
support for trainees including study assistance and progress
reviews.
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Distance Education material includes the Certificate material and adds veterinary components. Taking into account the knowledge
already acquired during veterinary studies, study time required is likely to
be about 100 hours. Material is sent over 14 weeks.
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Certificate - on site
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Postgraduate - on site
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The on-site component is 210 hours
over 7 weeks consisting of lectures and
practicals. Horse handling and dental procedures are dealt with in
detail.
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The intensive on-site component is
120 hours over 4 weeks. Lectures
and practicals will include dentistry training and there will be
opportunities to attend more complex procedures. We will endeavour to
introduce you to a number of veterinary specialists. |
Theory and Practical Training Commencement Dates
The 2008 course will commence on 10 March 2007. This will be 14 weeks distance learning, followed by a practical
period of 7 weeks. Ensure your application is in before 22 January 2008. For certain participants, the starting date can
be varied as the theory component takes place via distance
education and different individual circumstances allow varying amounts
of study time. The Postgraduate theory content is spread over 14
weeks to allow full-time working veterinarians to participate.
Applicants must
take into
account that the Distance Education element must be completed prior to
commencing the on-site training period.
Enrolment
Total
fees
for CED III training are $10,750 including application fee.
Course content has been enlarged over the last 2 years and fees have
been adjusted accordingly.
Applications
for enrolment are to be lodged at least 75 days prior to the elected
commencement date and are to be accompanied by the application
fee. The successful applicant will be notified at least 65 days
prior to the course commencement date. The course fee is payable
in two equal instalments: 60 days prior and the balance on or before
the
day of enrolment.
Deadlines are as follows:
- 75 days:
application with AU$150; your application will be assessed within 14 days and you will be notified after assessment.
- 60 days:
AU$5,300 (1st payment)
- At or before the starting date: AU$5,300 (2nd payment)
- Add amount for equipment purchase where required.
Limited
Acceptances
Application
forms will be sent on request. However, those who are
contemplating a career are encouraged to E-mail first with details of
their background and any questions. Each application will be
considered on its merit but places cannot be guaranteed. Trainees
are accepted from all countries but a reasonable knowledge of English is
required.
Equipment
and Other Costs
To
preserve
uniformity and to guarantee satisfactory standards, treatment equipment
may be ordered for each applicant. Payment for the equipment is
required 60
days prior to enrolment to allow
sufficient time for manufacturing and modification of certain
items. Cost of standard equipment is $5,300- approximately and
items will be delivered during the term of the on-site training.
The Australian Equine Dental Practice is involved in the
introduction
of a very specialised treatment device. This
device is still in development. Specifications are currently
being
withheld due to intellectual property considerations.
Trainees
should allow about $500- for the cost of books, stationary and the
printing of course notes. It is highly recommended that you use a laser
printer due to the amount of material to be printed. For overseas
trainees
the most appropriate visa is a tourist visa which at the time of
writing
costs AU$160-. If the course eventually receives government
accreditation a student visa becomes more appropriate. Travel to
Melbourne and accommodation is for the account of the trainee.
Full board costs about AU$400- per week in Melbourne.
On overnight travel from Melbourne to distant
areas, there may be additional accommodation and meal costs.
Accreditation
The course provides the title AEDP Certified Equine
Dentist III or CED III for short. If a
person elects to, his/her work can be reviewed free of charge 12
months or more after gaining
this Certificate. Upon satisfactory completion of the review, the AEDP
will award a
CED II Certificate indicating improved experience and skill. This
may, however, not be a practical option for overseas students.
The AEDP training course is not government accredited, but should this eventuate, the
AEDP will seek to have past trainees brought under this qualification.
Subjects
There are 28 subject streams covered by the 21 week Certificate training. This
is a compact overview of the subjects:
HISTORY
OF HORSE DENTISTRY - NECESSITY OF TREATMENT
BASIC ANATOMY +PRACTICAL
HORSE HANDLING AND CARE +PRACTICAL
THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM - BASIC STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION +PRACTICAL
HYGIENE MANAGEMENT
TREATMENT EQUIPMENT +PRACTICAL
MANAGEMENT ONE
GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF ORTHODONTIA
DENTAL DISORDERS: SYMPTOMS, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT +PRACTICAL
CLIENT EDUCATION AND EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION +PRACTICAL
RELEVANT DISORDERS AND TRAUMA +PRACTICAL
TREATMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH A VETERINARIAN
TREATMENT FOLLOW UP +PRACTICAL
MANAGEMENT TWO
Other
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