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Bat Ecology and Surveying

10 hours
4 modules
Introductory

Bat Ecology and surveying is perfect for anyone wishing to know more about bats, or anyone starting to work towards their bat licence. This is a comprehensive self-study course that will give you an overview of the ecology of bats, the legislation surrounding them and how to survey them both in buildings and in the landscape.

This course is the equivalent to our 2-day Bat Ecology and Surveying course with videos of your tutor carrying out surveys. If you would prefer a more hands-on experience check here for availability of our face-to-face courses.

The course is run by Sue Searle BSc, PGDip, MCIEEM, Principal Ecologist with over 20 years’ experience as a bat worker.

Bat Ecology and Surveying is a package of 3 of our online courses:

  • Introduction to Bats
  • Surveying Buildings
  • Bat Activity Surveys: Emergence and Transects

You will need to do all three of these courses to get your Certificate.

Introduction to Bats

There is one video in this part of the course. It covers a comprehensive range of topics to do with bats, particularly UK species. It covers ecology, legislation and more.

Allow 4-5 hours for this.

A handout of the video is provided.

Surveying Buildings for Bats

This section of the course is about surveying buildings. This is where most bat roosts are found.

It comprises 2 videos – the classroom session with all the background information and the second one takes you out on an actual survey to show you how to prepare for it and carry it out.

Allow 2 hours for this part of the course.

Bat Activity Surveys: Emergence and Transects

There are 3 videos in this part of the course. They cover a comprehensive range of topics to do with undertaking bat transect and emergence surveys.

This is a great introduction to practical surveying of bats outside the roost and is a good grounding for getting experience on bat surveying and working towards your bat survey licence.

Allow 4-5 hours for this.

At the end of the course you will complete the end of course quiz and if you get over 70% you will automatically receive a Certificate.

Courses modules:

Module 1

Introduction to Bats

Module 2

Surveying Buildings for Bats

Module 3

Bat Emergence and Transect Surveys

Module 4

Bat Ecology and Surveying END OF COURSE QUIZ

Here’s what our students are saying:

An in-depth course with no time pressure, which made studying a lot easier with a full time job and a family. Content was very accessible and educational.
Rob Costigan
The bat data about different species, how they live and characteristics was fascinating. The iPad technology was lovely to see in action and videos in the field / buildings were very effective way to remotely see surveys undertaken. The information about how bats behave at different times of the year was well explained in order to remember important aspects when looking for bats in the built or natural environment. An excellent course providing detailed knowledge about different bat species and how they behave throughout the year. The course explains the relevant laws which protect bats and provides detailed guidance for undertaking various types of field survey work to identify bats within the natural and built environment.
Verity
It’s a great course with good, clear insights into bats which could prepare novice and experienced people to identify the presence of bats.
Nick
Excellent course, with a great depth of knowledge about what is being taught. This has helped me further my knowledge and skills.
James Wood
Enjoyed bat ecology and surveying thoroughly, and most importantly, what I have learned on this course has stuck effectively. It has built on the knowledge I had before, extremely well. As someone embarking into the world of ecology studies, or seeking to improve their knowledge base, I highly recommend this course.
John Corry
After the course I have now gained a greater knowledge of UK bats, their habitats, roots and how to identify their presence within our surroundings. This has given me the opportunity to learn from home in a format that suits my busy lifestyle. After completion I feel I have achieved good knowledge and understanding of UK bats and it’s set me up for the next course which I’m enjoying studying.
Rebekah

By the end of this course, you will feel confident and knowledgeable about bats. We encourage you to develop your skills by getting involved in doing surveys with your local bat group or bat consultants. Taking this course is a great way to show them that you are committed and knowledgeable on the subject.

Other online bat courses that ETUK provide include:

  • Architectural Terms for Bat Workers
  • Health and Safety for Bat Workers
  • Legislation for Bat Workers
  • Bats and Trees

These might be ones that you will consider after this course if you want to know even more – these are all useful courses if you are working towards your bat licence.

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Can I retake the quiz if I fail?

The final exam is designed to test whether you have learned the appropriate knowledge and skills during this course. If you take the final exam and do not pass, we encourage you to review the course material and ensure you have read, understood and remembered the lessons. We want you to get the most out of this course and provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to apply what you learn to your job or career. You may retake the final test once you have revisited the course material.

Will I still have access to the course materials once I finish the course?

Yes! We want you to get as much out of this course as possible. We encourage you to refer back to your course materials from time to time to refresh your memory and ensure that you are confident on the subject. Therefore, when you purchase this course, you will have lifetime access to the course materials.