Marine Mammal Care Assistant Course
Gain practical expertise in caring for marine mammals like sea lions and dolphins. Master enclosure maintenance, feeding routines, health monitoring, behavioral assessment, and veterinary assistance to ensure animal welfare and safety in professional environments.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills for assisting in sea lion and dolphin care. Cover daily care routines, safe operations, nutrition protocols, behavior monitoring, early issue detection, basic health checks, and compliance with safety, hygiene, and record-keeping standards.
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Develop skills
- Marine mammal husbandry: perform daily cleaning, disinfection, and enclosure inspections.
- Marine mammal nutrition: prepare rations, handle fish safely, and record intake accurately.
- Clinical observation: identify early health issues and report to veterinarians.
- Vet support skills: assist with exams, use low-stress handling, and maintain medical records.
- Safety and biosecurity: wear PPE, control zoonotic risks, and adhere to pool-edge protocols.
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