Useful Training Opportunities at the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust

The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust is a UK-based organisation dedicated to saving animals from extinction, founded by Gerald Durrell in 1963. Its headquarters are located at Jersey Zoo (Channel Islands), which was also established by Durrell. The organisation's mission is to save rare and endangered species from disappearing forever.

Training

The Durrell Academy offers a variety of training courses aimed at both nature enthusiasts and professionals working in conservation and wildlife protection. Their flagship course is the 12-week Durrell Endangered Species Management Graduate Certificate (DESMAN) programme, specifically designed for professionals working in or planning to work in species conservation.

To participate, a confident command of the English language and support from your employer are required. During this intensive course, participants will develop their leadership, communication, administrative, and species conservation-related professional skills. Upon completion of the programme, each participant receives an officially recognised graduate certificate awarded by the University of Kent. The application deadline for the next DESMAN course is 15 October 2017.

A list of additional upcoming training opportunities is available at the following link: https://www.durrell.org

Costs

Participation fees vary by course, so we kindly ask you to contact us for specific information. The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust can provide accommodation during the course at a rate of £43 per person per night, which includes breakfast and dinner. Lunch is covered by the course fee.

Image source: Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust