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Country: SOUTH AFRICA
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| Global Vision International |
3 High Street
St Albans
Herts
UNITED KINGDOM
AL3 4ED
Phone: 01727 250 250
www.gvi.co.uk
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Program description: |
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If you are looking for a career that will be an adventure, or a hands-on experience in the bush that you will never forget, this course is for you. This is a one year course which is the ideal platform for a successful career in the challenging game lodge industry, or an unforgettable gap year experience. All the trainers are from The Field Guide Association of Southern Africa (FGASA).
Content is both theoretical and practical, with a six-month work experience placement programme at a variety of game lodges around South Africa. The curriculum includes bush skills such as shooting, 4x4 driving and bush knowledge such as conservation, reserve management, geology and animal behaviour.
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General program information: |
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Program open to: Everyone
Age range: 18 - 65
Travel to site: Varies
Is opportunity more independant or group orientated: Varies
No. in group: 20 students plus staff
Living arrangements on the program: Varies, Apartment, Tents/Rustic Accommodation, Group living
How long does the program last?: 6 Months to 1 Year
What are the dates of this program: Courses start in January and July each year.
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Benefits and advantages of the program: |
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This course allows a unique experience which will educate wildlife enthusiasts and highlight the fact that this is a viable career path.
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Cost or price of this program: |
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£ 5,595 gbp
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