Course: Seal Field Skills to Inform Conservation - Online

Developed and led by leading seal conservation experts at the Seal Research Trust, this practical online course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to start recording and surveying seals to become an effective seal ambassador.

Through the demonstration of techniques and discussion of best practices, participants will have a solid foundation to collect the necessary data to collate the biological records required to inform conservation practices in the UK. Get involved in the protection of one of the nation’s favourite marine mammals by attending this course!

What will be covered during this course?

• Surveying Seals
• Recording Seals
• Using Field Evidence to Illustrate Issues and Influence Decision Making
• Photo Identification of Seals

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Understand the methods of surveying seals in the wild
• Understand how to collect data and record seals as a local ambassador or for statutory agencies
• Use field evidence to demonstrate threats to seals and effectively communicate findings
• Understand the importance of photo identification, its strengths, limitations and outcomes
• Put these skills to use to promote the protection and conservation of seals

This is a 4-week online course covering 4 topics, for which you will complete a variety of self-led online resources and activities. Each topic is then concluded with an interactive Zoom workshop to complement the online content. Time commitment is approximately 2-3 hours a week and an E-certificate is provided upon completion.

This course is eligible for a student discount. If you are a current student, please use discount code BioStudent20 at checkout for 20% off.

Please refer to the Field Studies Council website for further information and to book.