Wildlife Capture & Chemical Immobilization (Online)
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This course is for students and professionals interested in learning about all aspects of capturing and immobilizing wild animals using a variety of techniques and drugs. Learn from Dr. Terry Kreeger, the author of the Handbook of Wildlife Chemical Immobilization, which is the seminal work on the topic and an important resource for all wildlife professionals.
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Kreeger, T.J., J.M. Arnemo, N.A. Caulkett, J.O. Hampton, and L.C.R. Meyer. 2023. Handbook of Wildlife Chemical Immobilization, 6th edition. Published by authors, Bovey, Minnesota, USA. 504 pp.
*** 6th edition eBook version included! ***
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Introduction and Capture Philosophy
Legalities, Extra-Label Use, & Withdrawal Times
Controlled Substances & Labeling
Drug Definitions and Characteristics
Calculating Drug Doses & Drug Combinations
Neuromuscular Blocking Drugs
Tranquilizers, Sedatives, Cyclohexanes, & Opioids
Other Anesthetics, Enantiomers, and the Future of Capture Drugs
Overview of Recommended Drugs
Drug Delivery Methods: Introduction, Projectors, Darts
Animal Capture Considerations
Approach and Immobilization
Handling an Immobilized Animal
Urban Animal Capture
Analgesia and Euthanasia
Animal Emergency Medicine
Human Emergency Medicine
Responses to Specific Drugs
COURSE OPTIONS & INFORMATION (Review chart above, then click below)
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FORMAT:
3 months of access to course materials as you work at your own pace
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
16 CEUs with The Wildlife Society
4 CEUs in Category I(a): Scientific Education and Training with the Ecological Society of America
See our Continuing Education Page for more details.
DATES & PRICES:
Winter: Dec 2 - Feb 23 (Early bird ends Nov 4th): $275 student / $375 professional
*Early bird saves $75
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FORMAT:
3 months of access to course materials as you work at your own pace
Get instructor support from Dr. Kreeger for the 3-month term via email
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
16 CEUs with The Wildlife Society
4 CEUs in Category I(a): Scientific Education and Training with the Ecological Society of America
See our Continuing Education Page for more details
DATES & PRICES:
Winter: Dec 2 - Feb 23 (Early bird ends Nov 4th): $425 student / $525 professional
*Early bird saves $75
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Full scholarships are available to participants from countries designated as “lower income” and “lower middle income” in the World Bank List of Economies. Please see our CWS World Scholars Program page for details.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellations 30 days or more before the start date are not subject to cancellation fees. Cancellations <30 days before the start date are subject to a 50% cancellation fee. No refunds once the course begins.