The EDAA course is like no other in the World. The only nationally accredited Equine Dentistry course is run in conjunction with a University (The renowned University of Melbourne) and the Racing industry (The Victorian Racing Society).

The one year, full time, course has strong competition for applicants with a restricted number of places.  There is an on-campus component of eight weeks with the University of Melbourne followed by 230 days of industry experience. This practical experience is organised with registered EDAA equine dentists throughout Australia. The students are supervised for a further year while working in their own practice.

The course delivers a nationally recognised certificate (Certificate IV in Work Pactices for Equine Dental Technicians) and qualifies the graduate to register with the Equine Dental Association of Australia.

The objectives of the EDAA course are to enable students to:

Perform essential dental procedures

Work with veterinarians in more complex dental procedures

Offer management and husbandry advice to horse owners on dental care and related matters

Manage a small business enterprise

Students are tested on:

Proficiency at Equine Dental Technician Practices

Horsemanship skills

Customer management

Business Management

Professional Skills

Leadership Growth Competencies

Guidelines, rules and regulations as set by EDAA

Code of conduct

Tracking and reporting

Admission requirements:

Satisfactorily completed year 12 or its equivalent

Special entry may be granted to mature aged candidates or those who have reached a standard or obtained qualifications acceptable to the admissions committee.

Costs:

It is a full-fee with a cost of approximately $20,000

A full set of tools and equipment will be required by the final practical assessment at the cost of the trainee. Travel costs during the course are the responsibility of the student

For applications and enquiries contact:   www.racingvictoria.net.au

or

Betty Hui

Training Program Coordinator

Racing Victoria Ltd

Education & Training Centre

400 Epsom Road, Flemington VIC 3031

Phone – 03  9258 4332 Fax – 03  9258 4205

Email -  b.hui@racingvictoria.net.au