Volunteer Training
Wildlife Victoria is pleased to offer two ways to join our network of volunteers helping native wildlife: online transport training, and in-person rescue & transport training.
Read on to decide which role is the best fit for you, and how to register.
Transport training (online)
What does it mean to be a transporter?
Transporters move contained wildlife between vet clinics and wildlife carers. This is a great option for anyone who wants a less hands-on role, and many find it a good introduction to wildlife before becoming a rescuer.
How to register for online tranport training
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Watch the video below, to see whether wildlife transport is for you. (8 mins)
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Follow the link below to register and pay $15 for our online training course. (10 mins)
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Once you have registered and paid, Volunteer Services will send you a confirmation email and log in details, along with other information about compliance and a Police Check.
Note that registrations are processed on weekdays (not weekends and public holidays) so may take a few days.
If you have any queries about registration, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Rescue & Transport training (in-person)
What does it mean to be a rescuer & transporter?
Rescue and transport volunteers attend to injured, sick, or orphaned native animals. They assess the situation and then (if needed) capture, contain, and transport the animal to a vet.
To be a rescuer you will need to be comfortable handling wild animals and liaising with members of the public. You must be 18 years or over and have access to a registered vehicle.
How to register for in-person rescue & transport training
- Watch the video below, to see whether wildlife rescue is for you. (8 mins).
- Choose your preferred training event from the links below, then follow the links to register and pay. (10 mins)
- $50 standard
- $30 concession
- Plus optional $50 basic rescue kit.
- Once you have registered and paid, Volunteer Services will send you a confirmation email, along with other information about compliance and a Police Check.
If you have any queries about registration, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Rescue & transport training dates 2024
- Warrnambool: Saturday, May 18.
- Inverloch: Saturday, June 1.
- St Arnaud: Saturday, June 15.
- Kurunjang: Saturday, June 22.
- Sunbury: Saturday, June 29.
- Glen Waverley: Saturday, July 13.
- Wangaratta: Saturday, July 27.
- Epping: Saturday, August 17.
- Creswick: Saturday, August 24.
- Abbotsford: Saturday, September 14.
- Abbotsford: Saturday, October 12 (this event has reached capacity and registration has now closed. For enquiries please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Wildlife Victoria training is supported by the Victorian Government.
