Accredited training for urban animal management staff

Gaille Perry

Abstract

This paper contains a brief history of animal management staff training in Australia, examines the concept of competency based training, and explains how this has been applied to develop a nationally recognised two tier course for the training of local laws officers with a responsibility for animal management.

About the author

Gaille Perry

Brisbane Institute of TAFE

Ithaca College of TAFE

Fulcher Road

Red Hill, Qld 4059

Gaille is a veterinarian and a Principal Teacher in the Animal and Veterinary Services Ssection at Brisbane Institute of TAFE. The college offers a wide range of animal related courses, and Gaille is particularly interested in Urban Animal Management and animal behaviour. She is currently enrolled as a PhD student at the Univrsity of Queensland researching the training of pet dogs and cat ownership.

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