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Necropsy skills

The aim of this unit is to provide the learner with the ability to demonstrate the skills required to support the NVS or a research project with the collection of tissues or identification of health problems.

Hybrid learning – Zoom session 5th Feb 2026 10-11.30, practical day face to face 23rd Feb 2026 at Advance training centre.

You will cover

  • Anatomy
  • Necropsy
  • Health & safety

Key Skills you will develop

  • Knowledge of the anatomical structure of the species in their care and be able to describe the purposes for and procedure of necropsy
  • Apply their knowledge of comparative anatomy to perform a basic necropsy and be able to identify how various tissues can be processed
  • Describe common signs of ill health

Enrol here: Necropsy skills | CLAST

Date: 
Thursday, 5 February, 2026 - 10:00