Date

March 2026

Cost

£550*
*Further IAT fees may apply

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 – 2026 dates TBC

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
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Occasionally it is necessary for courses to be cancelled or rescheduled by CLAST. The Course Administrator will send an email to advise you of the cancellation and, if possible, provide a new date for the course. We will endeavour to give at least 4 weeks’ notice prior to the course start date.

Course Details

  • Course Length: 100 hours
  • Credits: 10
  • Unit Number: U4.4
  • Teacher: Maz Yon

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