Instructor Questionnaire Interested in becoming a HELP Pet First Aid & CPR Instructor? Please fill out this questionnaire. Name * First Name Last Name Email * Phone (###) ### #### Are you a former or current first responder, military or a former or current vet tech, or former or current pet professional? If so please tell us which. * During a training session, a participant expresses strong opinions that contradict widely accepted best practices in pet first aid (e.g., advocating for an unproven or harmful home remedy). How would you address this respectfully while upholding the integrity of the curriculum and ensuring the safety of animals? * You learn that a fellow instructor, outside of their official duties with our organization, is sharing information that is medically inaccurate or goes against our established protocols. How would you approach this situation? What are your ethical obligations? * Our organization also provides peer support for first responders and pet professionals. How do you believe your role as a Pet First Aid and CPR instructor aligns with or contributes to this broader mission of supporting those who help others? * You are teaching a class, and a participant becomes visibly upset when discussing a past traumatic experience involving a pet. How would you respond in the moment to provide support while maintaining the focus and flow of the class? * How do you manage your own emotional responses when teaching about difficult topics like animal injury, illness, or death? What self-care strategies do you employ to prevent compassion fatigue? * What is your philosophy regarding continuing education and staying current with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine and emergency care for animals? Why is this ethically important for an instructor? * How would you handle a situation where a participant questions your knowledge or challenges a piece of information you've presented during a class? * Describe a time when you made a mistake or realized you had provided incorrect information. How did you handle it, and what did you learn from the experience? * If you were to witness a colleague (within or outside our organization) demonstrating a lack of professionalism or an unethical practice related to animal care, what steps, if any, would you consider taking? * Our organization values collaboration and mutual support. How do you envision contributing to a positive and ethical team environment among instructors? * How might you, as an instructor, subtly or directly reinforce the importance of self-care and seeking support among our target audience (first responders and pet professionals) during your trainings? * What do you believe are the unique ethical considerations when providing education to individuals who routinely witness trauma (e.g., first responders, vet techs)? How would you tailor your approach? * How would you respond if a participant in your class, who identifies as a first responder or pet professional, shares a personal struggle or burnout experience related to their work? (While not a peer support session, how would you acknowledge and guide them appropriately?) * In what ways can teaching pet first aid and CPR be seen as a form of "preparedness" not just for animals, but for the human caregivers, particularly those in demanding professions? * Thank you! We’ll review your answers and let you know within 2 weeks if you’re a good fit for our team!
