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Build practical knowledge in captive animal care, zoo operations and wildlife conservation while developing the skills needed to support animal welfare, education and modern zoological management.
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This course is ideal for anyone who dreams of working with captive wildlife while making a positive contribution to animal welfare, conservation and public education within modern zoological facilities.
Whether you hope to work in a zoo, safari park, wildlife sanctuary, aquarium or conservation centre, you’ll develop practical knowledge that provides an excellent introduction to this rewarding and competitive profession.
High quality content, with clearly structured knowledge.
Step inside the world of professional zoo keeping.
Discover what it takes to manage captive animals safely while supporting conservation, enrichment and long-term wellbeing within modern zoological collections.
See conservation through a keeper’s perspective.
Prepare for a rewarding career by building the practical knowledge, confidence and professional understanding valued throughout today’s zoo and wildlife industry.
Learn modules one step at a time, and each module leads naturally into the next one.
This course is designed for anyone beginners and suitable for all learners.
You'll only need basic computer skills and internet access.
A stable internet connection is needed to access your course materials and submit assessments.
Your assignments are marked by experienced tutors who provide helpful feedback.
Learn by doing with practical assessments designed to build real world skills.
There are no exams. Your learning is assessed through practical assignments and activities.
Your qualification will be issued as a digital certificate which you can download and share.
Your certificate is issued once you have successfully completed all course requirements.
