The Wildlife Center conducts course about the field of wildlife rehabilitation. This seven week course provides basic information about the process of becoming a wildlife rehabilitator, about the biology of selected groups of animals, and introduces participants to the skills necessary to conduct successful wildlife care. (This course does not provide you with a permit to conduct wildlife rehabilitation. Those permits are administered by the Massachusetts Department of Fisheries and Wildlife in accordance with 321 CMR 2.13 and by the United States Department of Fish and Wildlife.)
The next class will begin in September. More information will be provided over the summer 2013. Thanks.
Rehabilitation Training Course pdf
Can I take this program if I want to get a permit in Rhode Island?
Hi Alyssa, The rehabilitation class provides general information. We don’t provide tests or permits of any kind. The next class will take place in September if you would like to join us. Thanks.
It’s great people are think about the animals, rehabbing them to eventually get back to living life.
Bravo.
I was under the impression that you were having a spring course but now it looks like that’s not happening. any idea if you will have anything before September?
Hello Elizabeth, As of now we will not. You can also visit the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council’s website and see if they are holding a class before that time.
I was just there this past weekend for the course associated with the IWRC and I had a great time! I really really want to take the rehabilitation class that you offer there but I live in CT about 1 hour and 45 minutes away. I’m not sure it is feasible for me to drive up there and back every monday evening for 7 weeks. I would love it if the course could some how be offered on weekend days over 2 or 3 weekends. I would definitely come!
You guys have a great facility and such friendly staff.
Lydia
The International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council has a basic wildlife rehabilitation course listed for this facility on January 26-27. I was wondering if that’s correct. If so, what is the difference between that and the one listed on this site? Thanks so much.
IWRC is conducting a course at our facility on January 26-27. NEWC ‘s course is an introductory course to the subject of wildlife rehabilitation for people who are considering getting a permit in the State of Massachusetts. It covers some of the laws, the application process, basic biology of wildlife, identification of some species, ethical care decisions, and release protocols. Thanks so much. greg
Are classes held on every monday? and is the course all from books or is there any hands on leanring?
thanks
Alyssa:
Hello. Yes, they are held every Monday. And, yes, there are practical labs to reinforce the hands-on skills and lecture/group discussion based learning. There is a link for a PDF file at the top of this page that provides details on the course including the schedule and class outline. I hope this answers your questions. Should you have any other questions or concerns please feel free to email us back. SEEYA!
Dr. Adamski
I was wondering if you ever offer a weekend rehab course for those of us who live a little further away?
Thanks
Marianne
I am sorry Marianne but we don’t right now.
Is there ever going to be a session? I was so hoping the fall session would happen. What went wrong?
Pat, New England Wildlife Center will be running our next wildlife rehabilitation course beginning Monday February 4 and ending on Monday March 18. The course will run from 6:30 – 8:00 and costs $25 per session or $175 total. If you have any other questions or comments, please contact me directly at 781 682 4878. Katrina Bergman, executive director
I am interested in taking your spring course. When do I need to register by and how do I pay? I am very excited about this course and can’t wait to start!
Hi Elizabeth, Not sure about Spring course yet. We are hosting a training though run by the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council. You can give our front desk a call and they will give you all the info about signing up. The number is 781 682 4878. We’ll post the timing of the Spring course too sometime in late winter. Hope to see you soon.
Can I just register through the IWRC for the Rehab course in January?
Yes, just go to their website to hold your spot. Info they gave us is on our calendar. We are the hosts but are not coordinating it. Thanks.
Thank you. I will do that.
Well, we are into the fall already and I have not seen any dates for classes. My assumption at this point is that you are not going to run the class. I am so disappointed. I hope there will be one eventually. Pat Bacon
Hello Pat Bacon, You are correct, there is no class this Fall. However, the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council is holding their wildlife rehabilitation training program at New England Wildlife Center in January. That will be posted as soon as all the details are available. You can also call the Center at 781 682 4878. Thank you.
Do you need any kind of education or previous experience working with animals to take this course?
Hi Alyssa, No you don’t.
Great, I will definatly be signing up ! Thanks
When will the fall rehab course be held. I would like to register!
Thanks. Rebecca
Hi Rebecca, I am not sure if we will be holding a fall rehab course. Usually, it is in the Spring. We will post on the website sometime in October. Hope that helps.
I, too, am interested in the next uppcoming class for wildlife rehab. Could you please let me know? And I’ll check back. Thanks so much! – Laura
Hi Laura, We will post here on the website. It will most likely be held in March or April. If you phone our front desk – 781 682 4878 – they will place you on a list and call you too. Hope to see you there!
Hello, I was just told about this course from a friend, any chance there will be a class starting for the summer? I love wildlife, and would love to take this course.
Thank you,
Sarah
Hi Katrina, I too just discovered the course, and since there is only 2 classes left I was hoping you could email me when the next course is determined?
Thank you!
Marissa, we will definitely post here on the website when the next course will be. Our front desk folks keep a list of people who are interested also. Your best bet is to call them and have them place your name on the list to make sure you get word. I will also forward your email address to them, but just to make sure. k:)
Thanks so much, look forward to attending future classes! And I will definitely give the front desk a call.
Marissa
Absolutely! Just come on in tomorrow. We’ll see you then. Give the front desk a call if you have any ? Have a good rest of your Sunday
best, katrina
Currently seeking my Rehab Permit, is there a Course running soon ? I see nothing
Hi John, Yes, our course start April 2 – please see the front page of the website for the post. Hope to see you there! Have a good day.
Please let me know when you will be offering a course. I would love to attend and learn more about the wildlife around us and how to help.
THanks so much!
Hi Kim, We will be posting the dates on the calendar within the next week. It will be starting sometime in April, most likely, and will be held on Monday evenings. Glad you will join us. Best, Katrina
Hi Kim, The course is going to be held on Monday’s from April 2 to May 14 – 6:45 to 8:30. Hope to see you there!
I also want to know when you will starting a class. There’s much information on the web. But having it all together on one site in a class form would be great. I wonder if you would start an online class? It would bring in more students do to the convence. I am finding many books are out of date, hard to find and go from 125 in poor condition to hundreds in good condition. Later maybe start a class at the center for the study guide for rehabilitation mass. Lisences? I believe Mass. could use more small animal rehabilitatiors.
Thanks,
I’ll see about some bleach coming your way
L black
Hi, I was wondering if a date had been set yet? I checked under “calendar”, but didn’t see any info on the classes for wild. rehab. I’m also having difficulty finding info re state to state licensing. I live in NH and if I took your classes in MA, would they be valid here in NH.? Is this a federal licensure which is valid nationwide? After completing the course, would I then take a federal exam to become licensed? Sorry, a lot of questions, LOL. Thank you very much
Rebecca Lynn
Hi Rebecca,
Thanks for your interest in the course. No schedule has been set thus far, but in the past the class has been taught one night a week for several weeks. Licensing for wildlife rehabilitation is different state to state. In Massachusetts, you have to pass a written test and then show that you have proper caging and protocols to rehabilitate certain species. I am unfamiliar with the process in New Hampshire, but I would recommend calling one of the contacts from their website…http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Inside_FandG/contact_fish_and_game.htm
Our classes are an introduction to wildlife rehabilitation and teach the basics of the biology, husbandry and rehabilitation of species in our area. They don’t officially qualify you for a license, but they do teach you some of the things that the state will likely test you on.
I hope that helps.
–NEWC Staff
Hi,
I am interested in learning more about the Rehabilitation course and the dates and times of the sessions but cannot locate the calendar on the website, could you send me some information?
Thanks!
Jackie G.
Hi Jacqueline, Thanks for your interest. We haven’t set the date yet, but will be soon. Hope you can make it. Thanks.
Hi Katrina,
DO you know the dates of the wildlife rehab yet?
Thanks,
Lucille
Hi Katrina,
Do you know what day of the week the next wildlife rehabilitation course wil be? Trying to plan around work schedule. Thanks so much !
I am so sorry Lucille, I don’t know, but most likely it will be on a Monday – late afternoon or early evening. You can check the web or give a call to the front desk at the end of August. Hope that helps.. best, katrina
Hi,
I would like to receive information about the next rehabilitation course, dates and requirements, please.
Thank you
Hi Carina, We are hoping to run another course this fall. Information about dates and rates will be posted on our calendar in September. There are no requirements. Thanks for your interest and I hope we see you there. Best, Katrina
I would like to know when your next wildlife rehab training is. I have already passed my rehabber exam and I sent in my application for my permit. I am very interrested in getting hands-on experience (via the training series or in some other fashion). I have my pre-rabies vaccination series (in case that helps at all). Thank You.
Hi Nancy, Thanks for your question. We are planning our next course for the fall. It will be posted on our webpage too. I am also going to follow up with you directly via email.
Glad it was helpful. Hope following posts will be too. Tell us what you want to learn about and we will do our best. Have a good day! katrina