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We take our education and training
seriously. As well as 'on-the-job' experience and the 'buddy' system, we
offer a number of courses. Unless volunteers have prior experience, they
must attend the appropriate courses before they can rescue or care
for native animals.
Scheduled Courses
Training courses are
not run during the busy spring and summer months as our volunteers are all
out rescuing and rehabilitating wildlife! As dates, times and venues are
confirmed they will be included in the newsletter and the web site.
For details on upcoming training click
HERE
Some courses may require a deposit up front so
we can book the venue. We will also again be sharing out training with other
groups, so keep your eyes on this page for information about upcoming
training and conferences. Volunteers wishing to attend any
of these courses should contact Training Officer Heather Davitt on
0402 802 789.
Remember: When talking at schools and
community groups that we do NOT display animals undergoing rehabilitation.
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Title / Venue / Cost |
Date & Time |
Description |
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Basic MicroBats
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Completed (July 2008) |
Basic information for volunteers who want to
start caring for Microbats, or experienced carers wanting a
refresher. Information about Microbats,
basic rescue, raising orphaned bats, feeding and first aid.
Note: People who work with bats must be
vaccinated against Australian Bat Lyssavirus |
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Care of Kangaroos
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August 2008 Completed |
Information for volunteers who want to
start caring for Macropods, or experienced carers wanting a
refresher. |
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Plight of the Pelicans Illawarra Yacht
Club
1 Northcliffe Drive
Warrawong NSW
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August 23 Completed |
This is not a NANA course, but a workshop
presented by Australian Seabird rescue. Topics covered include:
- Understanding pelicans, recognising/locating
injured pelicans, handling, first-aid.
- Capture techniques for pelicans that can
still fly (and any bird that can be lured).
- Seabird handling, first-aid and
rehabilitation issues for pelicans and seabirds.
Note: You will not be required to leap into
the water on to a pelican!
COST: $30.00 - Includes morning/afternoon
teas, lunch & comprehensive manual,
Please contact Julie Clarke at ASR to
register.
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NANA10B
Advanced Flying Fox
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September 2008
Completed |
Advanced Flying Fox course for experienced
carers. A more in-depth course covering difficult rescues, complex
injuries and diseases. Looks at more advanced medicine and treatments.
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Possum
Care (Advanced)
Albatross Rd, Nowra
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September 21
Completed |
Course includes 8
local species including identification, ageing, record keeping,
feeding, weaning, ‘natural’ diet, housing set up in & out doors
including boxes, buddying, release timing etc
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NANA002
Basic Rescue & Telephone Roster
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November 2008:30
p.m. Completed |
This course is designed for the new
member with little or no knowledge of native animals. This course is
essential for new members to complete before undertaking any
rescues. The training course concentrates on the:
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OH&S issues of rescue
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Personal safety equipment required
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Native animals rescue equipment
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Assessing rescue situations
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Native animal handling techniques
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