Take your first virtual steps into zookeeping!
Discover what it takes to become a modern zookeeper with this engaging virtual work experience course for aspiring zookeepers. Through videos, interactive activities, discussions and real-world scenarios, you'll learn from ZSL's zookeeper professionals while exploring the skills, knowledge and responsibilities required in the role. You will also hear from early career zookeepers who are successfully on the zookeeping pathway.
Develop your understanding of animal husbandry, enrichment, nutrition, health and safety, and the important link between zookeeping and conservation. You’ll also explore different career pathways, strengthen your employability skills, and gain practical guidance on applications and interviews. By the end of the course, you’ll feel more confident taking your next steps towards a career in zoo keeping.
Free to access and designed to fit around your schedule, this self-paced course is spread over four weeks and includes more than 10 hours of exclusive ZSL content.
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Becoming a Zookeeper