Courses
Professional Wildlife Training
VetX Wildlife Capture & Care Course - South Africa
“Are you - the next generation of wildlife vets”
VetX Wildlife Capture & Care Course
“Hands-on wildlife veterinary training programme"
VetX Wildlife Capture & Care course is an intensive, hands-on wildlife veterinary training programme based in South Africa. Designed for veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary nurses/techs, the course provides real field experience in wildlife capture, conservation medicine and rehabilitation with a strong focus on developing practical skills, confidence, and clinical judgement.
What the course is about
“Real work - real field experience”
The VetX course is a three-week immersive training experience combining lectures, practical exercises, and real wildlife operations and conservation work. Wildlife work is unpredictable, and no two courses are ever the same.
What you will learn
“Knowledge, skills and experiences - that will last a lifetime”
Wildlife capture and chemical immobilisation, drug calculations and pharmacology, capture equipment and darting techniques, wildlife diseases and emergency treatment, rehabilitation and infant care, translocations and population management, anti-poaching and conservation operations, helicopter safety and capture work, and field decision-making.
Who can participate
“Build on experience - aiming to create a lasting legacy”
Who the course is for: Veterinary students, qualified veterinarians, veterinary nurses/technicians, and professionals interested in wildlife medicine or conservation.
Location & Accommodation
“The Garden Route in the Western Cape, South Africa”
The course is based in the Mossel Bay area along the Garden Route in the Western Cape, South Africa. Delegates stay at our farmhouse, accommodation is shared, and all meals are provided.
2026 Dates
- 12 Apr - 2 May (Fully Booked)
- 10 May - 30 May (Fully Booked)
- 7 Jun - 27 Jun (Fully Booked)
- 5 Jul - 25 Jul (Fully Booked)
- 2 Aug - 22 Aug (Fully Booked)
- 30 Aug - 19 Sept (Fully Booked)
- 3 Oct - 24 Oct (Fully Booked)
2027 dates
“We are - training the next generation of wildlife vets”
Course duration, dates & price: Duration 3 weeks. Course fee 84,600 ZAR per participant (incl. VAT).
2027 Dates:
- 4 Apr - 24 Apr
- 10 May - 27 May
- 6 Jun - 23 Jun
- 4 Jul - 24 Jul
- 8 Aug - 28 Aug
- 5 Sept - 25 Sept
- 10 Oct - 30 Oct
What's included: accommodation, three meals per day, airport transfer from George Airport, transport during course activities, lectures and practical training, participation in wildlife operations, conservation fees, weekly laundry service, Wi-Fi, pre-departure and 24-hour support, merchandise pack, and certificate.
Not included: flights, travel insurance, vaccinations, weekend excursions and extras, snacks/alcohol/soft drinks, and visa costs where required.
How to apply
“Since 2013 - Over 700 veterinary professionals trained”
Contact us: jo@legacywildlifeservices.com and receive the application form, submit the form, pay a 20% deposit to confirm booking, and pay remaining balance 2 months before arrival.
The Rhino Elite - Zambia
“Build on experience - Driven by conservation”
In collaboration with Sukulu Reserve and Dr. Bouvy Claushuis. 2026 Dates: 22 November - 2 December. March 2027 (Dates to be determined) A first-of-its-kind, elite veterinary training experience designed for those ready to step beyond the ordinary.
“Join an elite team”
Join an elite team in a once-in-a-lifetime mission to protect one of Africa’s most endangered species and gain comprehensive theoretical and practical experience to elevate your wildlife veterinary career.
The White Rhino
“10-day, high-impact training program - in the heart of Zambia”
The Rhino Elite is a 10-day, high-impact training program dedicated to the protection and care of one of Africa's most.endangered species: the white rhino. This course combines intensive theoretical training with real-world missions - including learning how to dart, dehorning missions, and rhino calf infant rearing and neonatal care - in the heart of Zambia. Designed specifically for qualified vets and veterinary students, this program gives you the skills, confidence, and field knowledge to thrive in the world of wildlife medicine. Hein and Jo facilitate the course with Bouvy.
Contact us: jo@legacywildlifeservices.com and receive the application form, submit the form, pay a 20% deposit to confirm booking, and pay remaining balance 2 months before arrival.
