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College Course Trains Wildlife Medics for Rising Rescues
14 Dec, 2025
Summary
- New marine biology course trains students for animal rescues.
- Call-outs for marine wildlife rescues have significantly increased.
- The college facility is one of few in England that rehabilitates seals and otters.
Kendal College has launched a unique marine biology and rehabilitation degree course, training students to become vital assets in addressing the rising number of wildlife rescue call-outs. This program offers a hands-on approach, preparing students for real-life roles in animal rehabilitation and rescue.
The course aims to tackle the increasing demand for specialized facilities in England, especially for rehabilitating seal pups and otters. Experts note a significant rise in animal strandings, largely attributed to climate change and extreme weather events displacing vulnerable wildlife.
Graduates from the Kendal College program are now qualified to join marine mammal rescue efforts, expanding the network of trained medics. This initiative is particularly impactful given the growing grey seal colony in the region, further increasing the need for such dedicated rehabilitation services.
