Tuesday, November 29, 2005

How do I become a game ranger / conservation guide?

As with most jobs, skills are required and one should successfully complete the necessary theoretical and practical training. Most game ranger jobs require experience, so you may need to volunteer your services at first. Our training partner in South Africa offers a four week practical training course in Limpopo, which also has access to online theoretical training. Another option is a one-year course that includes both theoretical and practical training, throughout South Africa. Two-year (or more) diplomas / degrees in Game Ranger and Lodge Management are available from various South African universities.

Our training partner in South Africa adds, "We are in constant communication with several lodges and employment agencies that often contact us in connection with vacancies they may have and we in turn then submit any CV's we have on file. Once you have completed the course it is advisable for you to e-mail your CV to keep on file."

Also for your interest, we've included some online job centres in South Africa. The links have been provided below to assist you, but have nothing to do with Marvic Tours and Tales, you make use of them entirely at your own risk.
Best Jobs South Africa
http://www.bestjobs.co.za/bt-jobs.htm
Job Mail South Africa http://www.jobmail.co.za/pub/jobseeker/browse/?_SECTION=9&_CATEGORY=73
Job Index South Africa http://www.thejobindex.co.za/main.php?doc=content.php&modMnu=0

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