Are you a land manager, environmental consultant, first responder, homeowner, zookeeper, veterinary professional, biologist, herpetology enthusiast, photographer, or anyone looking to learn how to safely handle venomous reptiles while receiving a professional certification? This course is for you!
Register here: savethebuzztails.org/events/level-1-venomous-handling-certification-course-jacksonville-fl-12
This two day course combines classroom instruction in important topics like native venomous snake species, ecology, snake anatomy and physiology, reproductive behavior, venom toxinology, emergency snakebite management, captive husbandry, and more; with hands on techniques like single hooking, double hooking, bagging, and containing venomous snakes.
These courses have been taught to thousands of students across the United States and set the industry standard in safe handling practices!
Please note:
This course consists of two days of classroom instruction and hands-on training techniques which require potentially strenuous physical exertion. Participants must sign a liability waiver, be 18 years of age or older and capable of the following physical demands and mental requirements:
Physical demands - The agility to move in various positions throughout the classroom and outdoor environment which include standing, kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, crouching, bending, squatting, and lifting.
Mental requirements - The ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, communicate clearly, follow directions promptly, and complete a written exam.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with limitations to perform the essential functions with advance notice and discussion at the discretion of our team and Medical Director. Please reach out to us to discuss special considerations prior to registering for the course.
Disclaimer:
By registering for a training course sponsored, hosted, or taught by The Rattlesnake Conservancy, you acknowledge and accept the following cancellation policy.
Students whose cancellation request is received over 21 days prior to the start date are eligible for a full refund minus payment processing fees and a $25.00 administrative fee
Students whose cancellation request is received within 8 to 20 days prior to the start date are eligible for a partial $250.00 refund
Students whose cancellation request is received less than 7 days prior to or after the start date are not eligible for a refund. Exceptions may be made based on the circumstances of the cancellation at staff discretion.
The Rattlesnake Conservancy is not responsible for travel costs incurred. Please do not purchase non-refundable airline tickets more than 30 days before the course.
You may also like the following events from The Rattlesnake Conservancy:
- Next Saturday, 9th August, 09:30 am, Level 2C Introduction to Venomous Snakes in Captivity - Cave Creek, AZ in Cave Creek
- This September, 27th September, 06:00 pm, Get Buzzed for Buzztails 2025! in Augustine
- This October, 11th October, 09:30 am, Level 2R: Introduction to Field and Research Techniques - Archer, FL in Archer
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