Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set

Jobs and Skills WA: Animal care courses
Important skills to keep pets safe!

This short course skill set will qualify you to work as an authorised implanter, under the Western Australian State Government Regulations for microchip implantation of cats and dogs. 

In addition to learning how to implant a microchip in cats and dogs, you'll also gain the skills and knowledge to monitor and maintain animal health and wellbeing; and deliver appropriate care for animals so that stress and discomfort is minimised. You'll also learn about workplace health and safety processes.

The units you complete in this course could count towards other qualifications such as a Certificate III in Animal Care Services, a Certificate III in Wildlife and Exhibited Animal Care, or a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing.

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Industry: Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
National course code: ACMSS00007 | WA State ID: AD737

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Implant microchips in dogs and cats with appropriate care 

You will gain the skills and knowledge to understand, interpret and apply microchip implantation procedures on cats and dogs, whilst exhibiting appropriate care for animals so that stress and discomfort is minimised. 

This skill set is suited to individuals who wish to become an Authorised Implanter in conformance with the Western Australian State Government Regulations for microchip implantation of cats and dogs. 

IMPORTANT: Please note this qualification is in transition, and the course code is subject to change.


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