About DocuPet National Animal Shelter Network (NASN) Certified

Throughout this course, you will learn how to use the National Pet Record Search tool to locate pet records, review search results, access owner information appropriately, and follow best practices when assisting with pet reunification. Whether you work in a shelter, respond to calls in the field, or support licensing operations, the skills covered in this course will help you confidently use NASN as part of your daily workflow.

Course Curriculum

7 Chapters · 40 Lessons

    1. (Included in full purchase)

      Course Overview

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      Introduction

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      What is the National Animal Shelter Network?

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      Why NASN Matters

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      Understanding the Two Search Tools

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      Knowledge Check

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      Access and Permissions Overview

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      Accessing the National Pet Record Search Tool

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      Protecting Owner Information & Accepting the Terms of Use

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      Granting Staff Access

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      Creating New NASN Users

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      Managing Administrator Accounts

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      Knowledge Check

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      Search Overview

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      Choosing the Right Search Method

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      Searching by Tag Number

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      Searching by Microchip Number

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      Searching by Tattoo Number

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      When Identification Is Not Available

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      Knowledge Check

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      Location Searches Overview

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      Understanding Location Searches

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      Performing a Search Nearby

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      Performing a National Search

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      Understanding Search Filters

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      Best Practices for Location Searches

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      Knowledge Check

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      Reviewing Search Results Overview

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      Understanding Search Results

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      Reviewing Pet Information

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      Understanding Linked Pet Names and Record Access

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      Viewing Owner Information

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      Pets Outside Your Jurisdiction

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      Filing a Found Pet Report

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      Knowledge Check

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      Mastering the NASN Workflow Overview

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      The Search Hierarchy: When to Pivot

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      Compliance Quick-Check

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      Troubleshooting & Maintenance

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      Final Knowledge Check