Wildlife Module

Specialist training for fieldwork and ethical research with wild animals in natural environments

Accredited & HPRA-Aligned

Our training meets all requirements under EU Directive 2010/63/EU and is recognised by the HPRA for individual authorisation.

Led by Experts in Welfare

Courses are developed and delivered by leading veterinarians, researchers, and animal ethics specialists with decades of experience.

Empowering Ethical Leadership

We go beyond compliance, equipping students and institutions with the knowledge and mindset to lead in humane, responsible animal research.

What is the Wildlife Module?

The Wildlife Module is a fully online, self-paced course designed for students and researchers working in outdoor, aquatic, or marine environments. It prepares learners for the practical, legal, and ethical challenges involved in the study of wild species in their natural habitats.

This course addresses the complexity of wildlife legislation, permits, and research practices involving protected animals, often studied on public or ecologically sensitive land. With insights from leading experts across avian, terrestrial, and aquatic research, the module delivers essential training in capture techniques, field anaesthesia, and welfare-first study design.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Course Topics Covered

Introduction to field-based wildlife research

Ecological ethics and species-specific behaviour

Access and permit considerations for national parks and public lands

Expert-led guidance on capturing, handling, and releasing wild animals

Anaesthesia, analgesia, and surgery in remote environments

Humane endpoints and field-based euthanasia

Regulatory requirements and environmental legislation

Safety and biosecurity in outdoor fieldwork

Who Should Take This Course?

Course Fees

Wildlife Module: €250

Textbook Bundle (Optional): €85 + €5 P&P

You may already have access to these via your institution. If not, you can request delivery when registering.

Course FAQs

Our FAQs cover the most common queries, but if you need personalised advice, we're always happy to help.

Is this course self-paced?

Yes. This module is fully online, self-paced and can be started at any time.

Yes. Both the Core Module and a species-specific module are required for HPRA authorisation.

Students can register and enrol themselves online using a credit card through our course application portal. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at sec@last-ireland.ie for other payment options or to arrange institutional or group enrolments.

 

Yes, you’ll complete online assessments to demonstrate understanding.

Yes, when completed with the Core Module, this module satisfies HPRA’s requirements.

Ready to Get Started?

The Wildlife Module is available now. This fully online course can be taken at your own pace, from anywhere.