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Zoo Summer School
Blackpool Zoo Keeper Academy: Summer Schools Blackpool Zoo will be running three summer schools during 2010. These animal based courses are designed for young people aged 15-17 years old. The summer schools will run over 10 days (2 weeks, Monday – Friday) from 10.30am-3pm. Each course will include theory sessions about working with different exotic species as well as over 30 hours of practical experience with a range of zoo animals including invertebrates, reptiles, primates, large mammals and elephants.
The course is intended for those who wish to pursue a career with animals and require practical experience to enhance their application. Those who wish to become vets, vet nurses, zookeepers or complete other animal based studies will benefit from these summer schools
Supported at all times by our education team, students will complete an evidence portfolio of their work. At the end of the 10 sessions, a certificate is presented along with a reference statement confirming that they have completed all tasks to a satisfactory level.
- Timetable: 3 summer schools
- 26th July – 6th August
- 9th August – 20th August
- 23rd August – 3rd September
- Applications: Places for each course are limited to 10 students aged 15-17 years old
- Cost: £300 inc VAT
| Week 1 | ||||
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| InductionInvertebrates | Reptiles | Birds | Small Mammals | Large Mammals 1 |
| Week 2 | ||||
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| Large Mammals 2 | Small Primates | Large Primates | Big Cats | ElephantsGraduation Ceremony |
For an application form or to discuss this matter further, please email zoo.school@blackpoolzoo.org.uk or telephone 01253 830805.
