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+ 35 Events
In-person @ AF - 18+ 55 Events
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
(click 'details' to read more including topics covered)
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
(click 'details' to read more)
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
(click 'details' to learn more)
Southeastern Master Herpetologist Program - Winter 2026
Instructed by herpetologists, agency pros, academics, and researchers in the Southeast.
100% Online • Asynchronous • 16 week certification program • Offered: Winter, Spring & Fall
(click 'details' to read more including the instructor lineup)
Critters & Cabernet - Ages 21+ - Our Toxic Friends
The 21+ version of Critter Camp! A casual learning experience for adults.
In-person • 2 hour program • First Friday every month
(click 'details' to learn more)
Level 1 Venomous Training & Certification Workshop - Nov 2026
Expand your knowledge & skillset to safely work with venomous reptiles.
In-person • Weekend workshop • Certificate program • Offered every 8 weeks • 18+
(click 'details' to read more)
Venomous Competency Training - Dec 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
(click 'details' to read more)
Critters & Cabernet - Ages 21+ - Our Backyard Critters
The 21+ version of Critter Camp! A casual learning experience for adults.
In-person • 2 hour program • First Friday every month
(click 'details' to learn more)
Level 1 Venomous Training & Certification Workshop - Jan 2027
Expand your knowledge & skillset to safely work with venomous reptiles.
In-person • Weekend workshop • Certificate program • Offered every 8 weeks • 18+
(click 'details' to read more)
Critters & Cabernet - Ages 21+ - RomanticAF
The 21+ version of Critter Camp! A casual learning experience for adults.
In-person • 2 hour program • First Friday every month
(click 'details' to learn more)