ACMSS00007 Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set
Pet safety in the palm of your hand.
Microchipping is a simple and easy way for pets to be identified and reunited with their owners if they become lost or otherwise. Learn the skills to implant microchips and how they work with this practical skill set.
Overview
When Semester 2, 2025
Study Mode On campus
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.
This skillset is offered as a 3-day workshop with post workshop activities, assessment and a logbook that must be completed.
This course will cover:
- ACMGEN311: Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing [ODC76]
- ACMMIC401: Implant microchip in cats and dogs [BBD88]
- ACMWHS201: Participate in workplace health and safety processes [BBD39]
When choosing a course, it's important to think about the key skills and knowledge you'll need, as well as how you'll be assessed. Take a look at this information and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements.
It is expected that learners would have as a minimum level, Year 10 English or equivalent to enable them to cope with the literacy and numeracy requirements of the program including fluency in English.
Learners may be required to undertake the LLN Robot Quiz to ensure that they have literacy and numeracy skills to undertake the course.
It is expected that learners would be those working in animal care industry sectors.
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