Qualification Standard

Authorising body: Ministry of Agriculture
Group of fields: Agriculture and Forestry
Validity of standard: From 30/1/2024
Qualification level: 4

Qualification Standard

Vocational competence Level

Preparing the working area to provide treatment by means of manual handling techniques

4

Keeping records and preparation for the reconditioning and rehabilitation treatment of small animals

4

Knowledge and comprehension of the essentials of anatomy, topographic anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the locomotor apparatus of small animals

4

Knowledge and comprehension of the essentials of anatomy and physiology of organ systems of small animals relating to connective tissues (fascial system)

4

Knowledge and comprehension of wound healing and tissue repair processes and manual treatment of scar tissue of small animals

4

Implementation of the manual handling techniques when treating small animals

4

Implementation of reconditioning exercises for small animals as part of counselling for animal owners

4

Providing first aid to small animals

4

Implementation of the reconditioning and rehabilitation techniques in a special mode

4

Providing professional consultancy and advice to owners of small animals

4

Following entities have contributed

The Vocational Qualification Standard was prepared by the National Institute of Education of the Czech Republic in cooperation with the National Council for Vocational Qualifications, the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs, the Ministry of Agriculture and experts from these entities: 

  • Institut zdraví zvířat s. r. o.

  • Canine Centrum s. r. o.

The Vocational Qualification Standard was approved by the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports.