At the suggestion of the Council of Heads of Australian Entomological Collections, the National Institute of Entomology will be conducting this training course for entomological technicians working with research collections of insects and related organisms for taxonomic study and identification.

The course is designed to teach participants how to collect, prepare and curate entomological material to a stage ready for scientific identification by specialist taxonomists. The course will comprise a series of demonstrations on these aspects as they relate to the major orders of insects and related arthropods.  All demonstrations will be conducted by Institute staff expert in this area of study. Specimen identification will not be covered in this course.

The course will be conducted daily over a one week period commencing in late 2025.

NOTE: This course will only be conducted yearly and only 30 places have been allocated, so the Institute advises that you enroll early to secure your position.
NOTE: Pre Paid and Pre - Enrolled students will be given first acceptance to these courses.   

COURSE UNIT REQUIREMENTS: Students for the Entomological Technicians Course must complete the following Courses and Modules prior to enrolling:

Introduction to Entomology (Certificate Course) - NIOE-10M
Insect Morphology and Structure  (Certificate Course) - Module 1 - NIOE-11M

PLEASE NOTE: Enrollment Positions for this Course Will Be Limited To 30. Course Registration Numbers Subject to Venue Covid-19 Requirements.

Please read our Courses Terms and Conditions before committing to this course. Course fees are non refundable.

ACCOMMODATION: For Interstate participants, you may arrange moderately priced accommodation within the Macedon Ranges by contacting either the Woodend Visitor Information Center or you may visit the Macedon Ranges Shire Council / Accommodation Information Page.

Coming in 2025
10:00Am - 5:00Pm Monday to Friday
Venue: National Institute of Entomology, Woodend. VIC. 3442.