Whether you are a bat-beginner or an expert you are sure to find an event to interest you in the listings below.
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Further information about the Bat Conservation Trust's Training Courses and Conferences & Symposia. You can also check out our e-learning platform here for more courses you can complete at any time.
Certificate of Bat Acoustics Analysis - online, available to start now
16th June 2025
“Superb training, with really illuminating illustrations and everything explained in a clear and accessible way.” - Philip Briggs, Monitoring Manager, Bat Conservation Trust
16th June 2025
BCT has a range of e-learning courses available so you can learn at the time that suits you. There are courses for different audiences including: - Bat-talks - catching up on all the conference talks you missed - E-learning on bats and lighting - E-learning for those working in the built environment - Bat Care Theory - foundations course and more
NBMP Beginner Level Workshop: Discover Your Local Bats (Online)
18th June 2025
This free beginner's workshop invites you to explore the wonderful world of bats! It covers which bats are in the UK, how they are surveyed, and how you can find these amazing animals in your local area. It will show you how to carry out your first bat count and ways in which you can continue to develop your skills. You will be introduced to the National Bat Monitoring Programme (NBMP), and discover how to take part in the NBMP Sunset Survey.
NBMP Level 1 Workshop (Online)
8th July 2025
Would you like to learn how to identify bats and take part in surveys for the National Bat Monitoring Programme (NBMP)?
9th July 2025
An opportunity to connect with other carers, ask questions, share tips and discuss bat care. Hosted by BCT's Bat Care Network Co-ordinator Charley Bird.
Introduction to Sound Analysis Workshop (Online)
10th July 2025
Are you interested in learning how to understand and analyse bat sounds?
5th September 2025
The programme will include a great selection of talks, 2 workshop sessions as well as lots of networking opportunities. The keynote talk is being given by Dr Ricardo Rocha, University of Oxford.
Bats for Heritage Professionals
16th September 2025
Bat awareness is important for anyone who is responsible for heritage buildings and their renovation, development and maintenance. The course content is based on technical advice developed by Historic England, Natural England, English Heritage, the National Trust and the Bat Conservation Trust. The online course takes place over 2 afternoons sessions between 13:00-17:00. The first session is on 16/09/2025 and the second on 23/09/2025. There will be a practical task to complete between the sessions which is suitable for anyone working or volunteering with heritage buildings.
14th October 2025
Spend a day with BCT's Woodland Specialist - ideal training for anyone involved in looking after a woodland.
Bats for Building Professionals
18th November 2025
This awareness course is for anyone who is responsible for buildings and their renovation, development, maintenance or design, including builders, surveyors, architects and pest controllers. It is approved by CITB and eligible for a Tier 1 grant. The course is also suitable as RIBA CPD. The online course takes place over 2 afternoons sessions between 13:00-17:00. The first session is on 06/05/25 and the second on 13/05/25.
