Overview

Get up close with reptiles and learn what it takes to care for them like a professional! This hands-on, one-day course will introduce you to the daily duties of a reptile technician, including feeding, cleaning, handling, and general care. Whether you’re curious about working with reptiles or just want a unique experience, this course will provide valuable skills and insight into their specialised needs.

Start dates and fees

Dates

Wednesday 5 August 2026
Thursday 6 August 2026
Friday 7 August 2026

Cost

FREE for adults aged 19 or over (on 31 August 2025), unemployed and in receipt of qualifying benefits, or employed earning less than £25,750 per year.
£15 for adults aged 19 or over (on 31 August 2025), employed and earning more than £25,750 per year, or unemployed and not in receipt of benefits.

Entry requirements
- No prior qualifications are required to attend this course.
- Attendees must be aged 19 or over and have a genuine interest in animal care.
Assessment
- This is a non-accredited course and therefore there is no formal assessment.
- You will be expected to actively participate in the practical sessions and engage in class discussions.
Careers
Funding options
FREE for adults aged 19 or over (on 31 August 2025), unemployed and in receipt of qualifying benefits, or employed earning less than £25,750 per year.

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. West Nottinghamshire College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.