Today was a journey into the unknown, and a long drive down to Hampshire for the induction day of the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquatic Animals (DMZAA). There are three of us from WHF that are doing the course this year, myself included. The course is a part-time course covering all the aspects of zoo management, and something that I've been wanting to get done for a long time now. I decided to pursue the academic route to start, building up practical knowledge through work placements and employment, and I now feel I'm in the position to specialise in zoo work. I'm really looking forward to it.
Part of the course involves putting together a portfolio of work, something that I am familiar with during my time teaching NVQ. Lots and lots of photos and descriptions of what I'm doing. I'm hoping to make this blog part of that portfolio, so if I can keep up steam there will be lots more posts from me in the not too distant future.
I took the opportunity to nip down to Marwell Zoo whilst I had a free afternoon in Hampshire. It was so hot! Most of the animals were hiding in the shade or away from public view. I did manage to get a glimpse of one of their young snow leopard cubs. Very cute! Can't wait to hear the patter of cub paws at WHF in the years to come.
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