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Wildlife Rehabilitation and Release Practical Course 2026
April 25 @ 10:00 am – 4:30 pm
We are pleased to announce that our practical course day for all those who have completed (or booked) ALL FOUR of our Certificate in Wildlife Rehabilitation and Release courses online is now open.
The course will run from 10am to 4:30pm on Saturday 25th April 2026.
There will be a maximum of 40 delegates on the day, divided into four groups. These groups will rotate around four sessions (with a break for lunch) over the day. The sessions will cover practical elements that link to the theory learnt in all four online courses. Groups are likely to be further subdivided for some sessions.
The four sessions will include:
- Course 1: A tour of SWWR site, new treatment centre, and outside rehabilitation enclosures
- Course 2: Handling equipment, PPE, diets, and housing
- Course 3: Examination, injection techniques, wing bandaging (note this session involves the use of dead wild animals)
- Course 4: Soft release setups and post-release monitoring techniques
The course will take place at Secret World Wildlife Rescue in Somerset. It promises a full day of practical sessions that complement the learning you have already done on our wildlife courses. This practical course is also a great opportunity to meet fellow rehabilitators and share knowledge. We may even continue the conversations and networking at the local pub after the event.
All those completing the practical day (and who have completed all four online courses) will receive a printed certificate and an SWWR Certificate badge.
Cost: £75 per day (£65 for SWWR volunteers and students)
For those looking for accommodation in the area, we have compiled the following list:
Accommodation options near Secret World Wildlife Rescue
Please note ticket sales will close at 1pm on Friday 24th April 2026
