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Introduction to Bats

5 hours
2 modules
Introductory

Introduction to bats is a beginner-friendly course designed to give you an insight into these fascinating creatures.

Are you interested in bats and want to know more? Or are you working towards your bat licence? This self-study online course will cover the background knowledge of bat ecology, conservation, threats and legislation required to get a bat licence.

Before you book this course you may want to do our more comprehensive Bat Ecology and Surveying online course instead. It’s much better value and includes this course and much more! 

Course Description:

This course is delivered via video hosted by Sue Searle BSc PGDip MCIEEM. Sue is the head tutor at ETUK, has over 20 years of experience as a bat ecologist in the UK and has helped countless people get their bat licence.

Topics covered in this course:

  • Bat taxonomy and relationships to other mammals
  • Bat biology including adaptations, life strategies, senses, physiological specialisations.
  • Reproduction in bats
  • Bat food, feeding and echolocation
  • Seasons, roost sites, hibernation, maternity colonies.
  • Bat conservation – threats to bats including habitat loss, loss of roosts, pesticides and persecution
  • Understanding bats and rabies
  • Bats and the law – legal status and licences

At the end of the course you will take a quiz and if you get over 70% you receive a certificate.

To successfully apply for your bat licence, you will need to demonstrate a high level of knowledge and survey experience. This course is designed to give you the background knowledge of bats that you will need. You will also need to put time and effort into learning survey techniques and gaining experience. Read more on getting your bat licence.

Courses modules:

Module 1

Introduction to Bats – Video

Module 2

Introduction to Bats END OF COURSE QUIZ

Here’s what our students are saying:

A great introduction to bats with good coverage of a large range of subjects
Student
Jam packed with useful and interesting information for anyone starting a career in bat ecology
Student
I have recently completed the online Introduction to Bats course which was fantastic. It was a very informative course and delivered very well, and I really liked the fact that I could stop and make notes at my own speed and research around the topic also. I really did learn a lot from the course and it has really encouraged me to do more of your courses so I can build upon this new knowledge, so thank you.
Student
This course was really interesting thank you!
Georgia
Depth of knowledge was excellent.
Alister
A career change in your 40’s its quite a daunting prospect, and even though I had completed lots of self study, small courses and training- I knew there were likely a few gaps in my knowledge, so doing a full structured course made good sense. Whilst some of the content was quite familiar, I was surprised by just how big some of the knowledge gaps were – it really boosted my confidence studying the modules and realising why they were so important. It is a great course that I would recommend to anyone wanting to qualify in Conservation, and has certainly helped me in my new career working as part of a landscape recovery project team
Bill Bradshaw
Flexibility and easy to follow layout.
Michael
The teaching is excellent. It’s clear, precise and easy to follow. The knowledge from Sue is fantastic and it’s taught in a very understandable way with no rush. It’s been really good and I feel I’ve been able to retain the information well because of the way the course has been taught.
Max
Useful links, detailed information, great supporting photos
Claire

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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?

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