The course
Skills you will learn :





Rescues
- Catching wildlife (reptiles, primates, birds, small mammals)
- Transportation for rescues (preparation of materials)
- Restraint techniques physical or chemical (nets, bites gloves, trap, blow pipe, dart gun).


Enclosure design, husbandry protocols and enrichment.
- How to design new enclosure (with limited budget using renewable materials)
- Design new enrichment devices.
- Follow husbandry protocols with species specific requirements.
- Baby feed (depending on rescue).


Rehabilitation
This chapter involve a lot of different areas :
- Create specific diets (can involve live prey)
- Create and set up pre-release protocol with test.
- Observation using camera traps.
- Assess release criteria.
- Choose wisely all the settings for release.

Post release monitoring
- Set up GPS device on animal.
- Use of the tracking software.
- Track animals in the jungle min : 2x/week for 3-6-9 months steps.
- Collect data (territory : habitat use patterns, understanding of post-release survival,...)


Wildlife Survey
- Using new technology to count wild population (thermo drone vision) + Camera trap.
- Build activity budget ethogram on Zoomonitor.
- Discover habitat use, diet, mating behaviour,...
Write scientific papers
- Define research
- Organise collected datas.
- Converts field data into actionable scientific knowledge.
- Draft manuscript & submit for peer reviewed.
Extra Skills and benefits
- Basic veterinary knowledge.
- Tree climbing skills and knots.
- Learning about a new culture, being fully involved in a team/project.
Never forget to have fun
Included in the program :
- Several night walks in national park.
- Zipline in Nam Pien Yorlapa or Rockviewpoint.
- 1-2 Outside activities (kayak, tubbing, rock climbing,...).
Where :
Survey area : Nam Kading biodiversity Area - Rockviewpoint.
Rescue - Rehabilitation - Release area : Lao Conservation Trust for Wildlife (LCTW)
Post release monitoring area : Phou Khao khouay national park.
When :







- The course is 1 year with 8 months in the field.
- Each year will start on the second week of January. Next dates : 11-17 January 2027.
The Budget :

Testimonials :
What immediately stood out to me was Andy's dedication to both animal welfare and education. His enthusiasm for wildlife conservation is evident not only in the quality of his work but also in the way he teaches and mentors others. Andy approaches every aspect of his work with kindness, patience, and professionalism, creating an environment where students feel supported, encouraged, and inspired to learn.
One of Andy's greatest strengths as an educator is his ability to communicate concepts in a clear, practical, and engaging way. He presents information in a manner that is easy to understand and, most importantly, easy to apply in real-world situations. Whether discussing rehabilitation techniques, animal behavior, release protocols, or post-release monitoring methods, Andy ensures that his students gain both knowledge and confidence.
In addition to his teaching abilities, Andy is an exceptionally skilled animal handler. His calm, knowledgeable approach prioritizes the safety and well-being of both wildlife and people, demonstrating the highest standards of ethical wildlife care and management.
For anyone interested in developing their skills in wildlife rehabilitation, conservation, and post-release monitoring, I highly recommend Andy's Restore program. Students will not only benefit from his extensive experience and expertise but also from his genuine commitment to helping others succeed in this important field. Sincerely, »
If you want to reach out to them, feel free to ask for their contact details by email : andy@restore-education.org