Herpetology for Beginners

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is pleased to offer Introduction to Herpetology Community Course to people 12 years and older*. This Community Course is designed for those with a keen interest in seeking knowledge and understanding of Reptile identification, legislation and relevant government bodies, basic taxonomy, captive-husbandry needs and maintenance, health, nutrition and reproduction of reptiles.
* 12 – 17 year olds must have Parent / Guardian permission.

LEARNING OUTCOME 1
Students will be able to follow state guidelines, comply with government regulations and be familiar with necessary application forms appropriate to captive reptile keeping.

LEARNING OUTCOME 2
Students will have the knowledge to create an optimum captive environment for specific reptile species. 

LEARNING OUTCOME 3
Students will have the knowledge to maintain a captive environment through appropriate husbandry i.e. diet, enclosure hygiene and record keeping.

LEARNING OUTCOME 4
Students will have a sound knowledge of breeding, incubating and raising young reptiles.

LEARNING OUTCOME 5
Students will have a basic knowledge of reptile identification, and have an understanding of routine capture, handling and restraint techniques for non-venomous captive reptiles.

LEARNING OUTCOME 6
Students will have a basic knowledge of zoonotic diseases, reptile diseases and relevant health issues.

LEARNING OUTCOME 7
Students will be able to contact relevant reptile clubs, know how to purchase a reptile and the appropriate products.

Herpetology Courses are run throughout the year and are conducted by qualified Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary wildlife officers who specialise in reptile keeping. Course duration is a total of 15 hours run over two consecutive Saturdays 9am - 4.30pm.

Next Course

• Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th March 2010 (2 day course)
• Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th July 2010 (2 day course)
• Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th October 2010 (2 day course)

Registration fee - $250

For enquiries or bookings please phone (07) 5534 0846, fax 07 5598 1764 or send us an email: education@cws.org.au

Or simply print and fill in a registration form.