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ACMSS00007

Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

Broaden your skills with this short course in microchip implantation, and help reunite lost pets with their families.

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WAYS TO STUDY Online
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: 5 months View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$1,740

Course overview

Broaden your skills with this short course in microchip implantation, and help reunite lost pets with their families. This practical course gives you the skills you need to implant microchips into cats and dogs. This addition to your existing veterinary nursing or animal care skill set will serve you well, with strong growth expected in veterinary science in the next five years.

The Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set course is an easy to follow combination of online and practical assessments. Gain the skills necessary to implant permanent identification devices (microchips) into dogs and cats, and maintain and monitor pet’s health during and after the procedure. You will also gain valuable knowledge regarding occupational health and safety practices.

Successful completion of this course will give you the skills needed to implant microchips in cats and dogs.

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete all units listed below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • ACMWHS201
    Participate in workplace health and safety processes
    UNIT CODE :
    ACMWHS201
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work safely and participate in work health and safety processes in an animal care environment.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Participate in workplace health and safety processes

  • UNIT CODE
  • ACMMIC401
    Implant microchip in cats and dogs
    UNIT CODE :
    ACMMIC401
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to aseptically perform microchip implantation procedures on cats and dogs, with minimum discomfort to the animal, for identification and traceability purposes.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Implant microchip in cats and dogs

  • UNIT CODE
  • ACMGEN311
    Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing
    UNIT CODE :
    ACMGEN311
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to follow animal health management practices to monitor animal health via daily observations of behaviour and condition.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Maintain and monitor animal health and wellbeing
Ways to study
  • Your course is primarily online and you may interact with your teachers and other students using Zoom. You will also need to come in to campus to complete some practical learning and assessment. Learn more

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STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online with on campus practical training (Loganlea)
28 Jan 2025
5 months
Part time: Online plus 2 days on campus practical
  • Full fee: $1,740

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Loganlea)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

28 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

5 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time: Online plus 2 days on campus practical
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,740

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Online with on campus practical training (Loganlea)
15 Apr 2025
5 months
Part time: Online plus 2 days on campus practical
  • Full fee: $1,740

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Online with on campus practical training (Loganlea)

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    80%
  • On Campus Time
    20%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

15 Apr 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

5 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time: Online plus 2 days on campus practical
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $1,740

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set (ACMSS00007)

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Microchip Implantation for Dogs and Cats Skill Set

COURSE CODE: ACMSS00007
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Please refer to the Selection Criteria (below) for detail on Entry Requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

This skill set has no formal entry requirements however, TAFE Queensland requires the following:

  • This skill set is for individuals who are seeking authorisation as an approved microchip implanter for dogs and cats in Queensland; and
  • You must hold a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing and be currently working in a veterinary clinic.

Entry into this skill set is by application only.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.