Basic ACO
This basic ACO class is designed to be an entry level class to help the new incoming ACOs be prepared for not only the state exam, but their day to day duties as an ACO. This course is DSHS approved to meet the requirements for training and eligibility for the state exam.
The state exam is now being proctored at the completion of the class!
Students will take the exam and leave class with their results.
Topics covered will include:
DSHS Basic ACO Manual (Basic Chapters)
Animal Identification (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Animal Capture & Handling (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Animal Transportation (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Animal Impoundment (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Disposition of Animals (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Controlled Substances (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Shelter Safety (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Animal Health (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Rabies (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Records (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Communication Skills (Basic) (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
HSC Chapter 821 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual), TAC 169.81-169.84 (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
HSC Chapter 822 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual), TAC 169.131-169.132 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
HSC Chapter 823 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
HSC Chapter 826 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual), TAC 169.21-169.34 (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
HSC Chapter 828 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual), TAC 169.102 (9/15 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual) TAC 573.77 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
HSC Chapter 829 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
TPC Chapter 42.09-42.105 (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
Miscellaneous Animal Control Laws (9/17 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
HSC Chapter 481.067, 481.111, & 481.181 (1/14 Rev Version DSHS Basic Manual)
**A downloadable, printable version of the DSHS Basic Manual is available for free by clicking the DSHS Basic Manual button below**
**A current copy of the study guide can be downloaded by clicking the Study Guide link below. Please note, this study guide is only applicable to the Humane Educators of Texas exam**
$150
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