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NOTE: It does not matter what country you live in- these courses are for you! Only a miniscule number of lessons are USA-centric. All of our courses are about global herpetology and conservation!
The Herpetology Collective currently offers youth and adult programs.
Both programs have units covering the following topics:
- Unit I. Introduction to Reptiles & Amphibians
- Unit II. Living with Wildlife (Reducing Human-Animal Conflicts)
- Unit III. Classification & Diversity
- Unit IV. Biology, Physiology & Reproduction
- Unit V. Natural History
- Unit VI. Reptile & Amphibian Conservation Concerns
- Unit VII. Reptile & Amphibian Observation: Ethics & Techniques
- Unit VIII. Scientific Methods
- Unit IX. Volunteering & Interpretation
The courses consist of approximately sixty hours of learning, divided between written lessons, video lessons, self-led fieldwork, and volunteering. Students may start the course immediately and complete the program at their own pace, whether that be two weeks or two years.
After completing the requirements and passing the final exam, students will receive an elegant certificate of completion that they may add to their resume or hang on the wall.
Good News! All of the courses below include a financing option (provided through PayPal). Just look for the “Pay Later” button at checkout!
Certified Junior Herpetologist Program
Our textbook is geared for all ages and many of our biggest fans and followers are young naturalists just like you! We’d love for you to enroll and learn all you can about some really fascinating animals!
While the recommended age for the youth course is teens and tweens, we have several younger students who also enjoy the course. If your child has an aptitude for environmental learning at any age, they are welcome to enroll.
Certified Herpetological Guide Program
Are you passionate about reptiles, amphibians, or conservation? This is the adult version of the certification course. Enroll and earn an achievement that you can list on your CV or resume!
Youth Scholarship Program
Donations to our scholarship fund can be made at learnaboutcritters.org/shop/scholarship-donation
You can also send funds via PayPal by visiting paypal.me/learnaboutcritters or by entering learnaboutcritters@gmail.com as the payee. Just mention that your donation is to be earmarked for the youth scholarship program.
UPCOMING COURSE! Certified Herpetological Interpreter (Hybrid Learning Instructor)
One of our next goals is to complete development on our Certified Herpetological Interpreter course. Students of this program will gain advanced knowledge of how to teach and interpret our natural heritage to the public.
CHI graduates will be eligible to teach portions of the THC courses in person and retain a portion of the tuitions from those students who attend their workshops as part of our Hybrid Learning Program.
Drop us a line at hivemind@herpcollective.org to be notified as soon as we open enrollment for this exciting program.
Chief Instructor
Micha Petty
Louisiana Master Naturalist & Wildlife Rehabilitator
Author, A Primer on Reptiles & Amphibians
Editor-in-Chief, The Natural World
Editor-in-Chief, LIFE HACKS Urban and Wilderness Survival Skills
Founder, LIVE Snake Identification and Discussion
President, Louisiana Exotic Animal Resource Network
President, The Herpetology Collective
If you need assistance at any time to enroll or complete your course, simply message Micha at m.me/micharpetty or email learnaboutcritters@gmail.com or text us at 318-745-9393. We will be excited to help in any way we can!
Proceeds from tuition and textbook sales support environmental education and direct animal assistance.