Learn how to safely rescue, treat and release wild animals back into their natural habitats in this free online course.

Wildlife rehabilitation is a comprehensive and vital practice that focuses on providing care and support to injured, weak or orphaned wildlife with the aim of releasing them back into their natural habitat. This course covers various aspects of wildlife, including their physiology, nutritional requirements, and the diseases and challenges they may encounter. You will also learn how to assess the health conditions of distressed animals and provide appropriate medical treatment and supportive care.

Before returning animals to their natural habitats, rehabilitators must thoroughly assess their physical fitness, behavioural traits, and ecological factors. We’ll show you how to determine if an animal is ready to be released into the wild and teach techniques for post-release care and monitoring to ensure successful rehabilitation. Additionally, you will explore the legal requirements and ethical considerations of wildlife rehabilitation and its crucial role in species conservation.

This course is ideal for individuals interested in wildlife conservation, rehabilitation, veterinary care, and animal welfare. Prerequisite knowledge and expertise are optional for taking this course. To make the course easy for learners, we broke down complex concepts of wildlife rehabilitation and animal behaviour into clear manageable chunks of information. Enrol in this course now and embark on a journey towards wildlife rehabilitation!