Training
It is essential that all members actively involved with wildlife be trained and educated and keep their skills up to date. We are here to help wildlife, not to allow it to suffer because of our lack of knowledge.
As humans, we are emotive creatures who rescue wildlife and immediately form a bond with it. We must, however, take a responsible attitude to help wildlife survive their crisis by contacting a licenced wildlife shelter and handing the animal over. If you still feel compelled to care for wildlife, please take the next step and learn how to do it properly by becoming a foster carer and receiving the proper training.
Training comes in many forms such as:
In-House Training
Foster carers receive training through the shelter they are signed up with. This is often one-on-one training. Through AWARE this takes place on a weekly basis.
Information Sessions
AWARE run regular information sessions so that both the general public and members can receive an overall view on how we rescue and rehabilitate wildlife.
One-On-One Rescue Training
People interested in becoming rescuers must attend a recognised rescue workshop and then be mentored in the field by an experienced rescuer.
Workshops
AWARE run workshops for all skill levels by using our own presenters and other well respected presenters in the field. We cover a wide range of topics including Rescue Workshops, Rehabilitation and Husbandry of Marsupials, First Aid of Birds, Burns Workshops, Rescue, Rehabilitation and Release of Possums and many more.
Conferences
AWARE support their carers who wish to attend conferences in other parts of the country. For example AWARE assists with fundraising for those carers wishing to attend the National Wildlife Rehabilitation Conference each year.
Guest Speakers
Many organisations and schools choose to bring in one of our guest speakers for 1 1/2 - 2 hour talks. Sizeable donations from these talks allow our experienced presenters to better care for wildlife undergoing rehabilitation.