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What courses do you have to take to become an animal rehabiltator?

Buddy25 Mar 01, 2004 03:09 PM

Hey all,
I was wondering, what courses are in need to work at a rehabiltation center, or actually START one myself, in the future... If someone would kindly guide me, I'd be thankful

Thank-you,
Steven

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PHJoker Mar 01, 2004 10:06 PM

Hi Steven! The absolute best way to get started in rehab, is find someone else who is already doing it. Contact your local shelters, animal control, or do a websearch for your state and "wildlife rehabilition". With any luck, you will find someone who is willing to help mentor you (and get some extra help as an added bonus for them!) There are classes that are helpful offered by various agencies (not in every state), but nothing beats hands on experience to get you started on the right path. Good luck!

PHJoker

>>Hey all,
>>I was wondering, what courses are in need to work at a rehabiltation center, or actually START one myself, in the future... If someone would kindly guide me, I'd be thankful
>>
>>Thank-you,
>>Steven
>>
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Buddy25 Mar 02, 2004 01:51 PM

Thank Joker ,
I will look into some of your advice !!!
Once again thanks-you for your time!

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