How to Become a Wildlife Rehabilitator
Being a wildlife rehabilitator is more than a skill or a profession—it’s a lifestyle. It takes time, money, passion, and commitment. But it can be a rewarding experience that turns into so much more. Learn more about wildlife rehabilitation to figure out if it’s right for you. There are three categories for permits; mammals, raptors, and song birds. You can be certified in one or any combination.
Things to keep in mind about wildlife rehabilitation
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Basics
You must be 18 to become a wildlife rehabilitator.
You must earn 100 hours of hands-on experience (volunteer work, seminars, etc.) with wildlife before applying to become a rehabilitator.
There is an application process with various steps (including written and oral examinations), as well as permits and sponsorship you must obtain.
You must earn 100 hours of hands-on experience (volunteer work, seminars, etc.) with wildlife before applying to become a rehabilitator.
There is an application process with various steps (including written and oral examinations), as well as permits and sponsorship you must obtain.
Getting Started
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Find applications, introductory information, and more at these sites:
http://pawr.com/
http://wildliferehabilitationschool.com/
http://redcreekwildlifecenter.com/intro/
http://pawr.com/
http://wildliferehabilitationschool.com/
http://redcreekwildlifecenter.com/intro/
Ayn Van Dyke – Kritter Kamp
(724) 254-9748
410 Glenn Drive
Marion Center, PA 15759-7916
Pennsylvania Wildlife Center
(412) 793-6900
(724) 254-9748
410 Glenn Drive
Marion Center, PA 15759-7916
Pennsylvania Wildlife Center
(412) 793-6900
The information on this page came from pawr.com
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