Adult Courses - 18+
The Amphibian Foundation's current course offerings for adults (18+). See individual course pages for possible age exceptions if you are under 18.
Online - 18+ 32 Events
In-person @ AF - 18+ 48 Events
Master Herpetologist Program - Live @ AF - Fall 2026
Expert instruction through a foundational course in herpetology, with some regional flair.
Live @ AF • 16 week certification program • Offered: Spring & Fall
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Master Herpetologist Program - Fall II 2026
Acclaimed and world-renowned online course with expert instruction.
100% Online • Asynchronous • 16 week certification program • Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall
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Critters & Cabernet - Ages 21+ - Frogs
The 21+ version of Critter Camp! A casual learning experience for adults.
In-person • 2 hour program • First Friday every month
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Level 1 Venomous Training & Certification Workshop - Sept 2026
Expand your knowledge & skillset to safely work with venomous reptiles.
In-person • Weekend workshop • Certificate program • Offered every 8 weeks • 18+
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Biology of the Amphibians - Fall 2026
An 8-week, mini-semester deep dive into amphibian biology, with AF's Co-founder, Mark Mandica.
Live from AF over Zoom • Each session recorded and available • Offered: Fall Semesters
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Critters & Cabernet - Ages 21+ - Salamanders
The 21+ version of Critter Camp! A casual learning experience for adults.
In-person • 2 hour program • First Friday every month
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Venomous Competency Training - Oct 2026
Students certified in our Level I Venomous Training are invited to return for Competency Training
In-person • Weekend workshop • Certificate program • 18+ • Offered every 8 weeks
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Venomous Competency Training - Oct 2026 - Special Sunday Session
Students certified in our Level I Venomous Training are invited to return for Competency Training
In-person • Weekend workshop • Certificate program • 18+ • Offered every 8 weeks
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Master Herpetologist Program - Winter 2026
Acclaimed and world-renowned online course with expert instruction.
100% Online • Asynchronous • 16 week certification program • Offered: Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall
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Husbandry & Captive Management Course - Winter 2026
Expert instruction from a diversity of professional zookeepers, herpetologists, and herpetoculturists from around the world.
100% Online • 16-week Program • Asynchronous • Offered three times a year
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