19/08/2026
🐘 ZIMBABWE WILDLIFE COLLEGE
LEARNER PROFESSIONAL HUNTER/GUIDE (LPH) COURSE
🎯 START YOUR CAREER IN ZIMBABWE'S SAFARI INDUSTRY
The Learner Professional Hunter/Guide (LPH) course is a professional wildlife and safari training programme designed for individuals who aspire to become qualified professional safari guides and hunters and build careers within Zimbabwe's tourism, wildlife and safari industry.
The programme combines theory, practical knowledge, field-based learning and examination preparation, giving students a strong foundation for working with private safari operators, guiding companies, conservation organisations and tourism establishments.
The course prepares students for the official examinations conducted by the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks).
📚 COURSE DURATION
Duration: 10 Months
The programme provides students with sufficient time to develop knowledge across the major areas required for professional guiding and hunting.
STUDY OPTIONS
Face-to-Face Learning
Classroom lessons in Bulawayo
Direct interaction with experienced instructors
Group discussions and revision
Practical and field-based learning opportunities
Online Learning
Available to students throughout Zimbabwe and internationally
Daily academic study group
Prerecorded lectures
Regular assignments
Study notes and learning materials
Continuous academic support
Examination preparation and revision
📖 CORE AREAS OF STUDY
Students are introduced to a broad range of subjects relevant to professional guiding and safari operations, including:
1. Wildlife Habits & Habitats
Mammal identification
Animal behaviour
Wildlife ecology
Habitats and vegetation
Herpetology
Bird identification
Trees, grasses and other important plant species
Animal spoor and signs
Reproduction and social behaviour
Predator and prey relationships
2. Field Guiding & Resource Interpretation
Principles of professional guiding
Interpretation of natural resources
Communication skills
Guiding techniques
Guest management
Safari ethics
Tourism principles
Camp management
Environmental interpretation
Occupational health and safety
3. Fi****ms & Ammunition
Fi****ms terminology
Firearm safety
Ammunition
Basic ballistics
Rifle and shotgun fundamentals
Firearm handling procedures
Hunting ethics
Safe conduct during hunting operations
Relevant fi****ms legislation
4. Conservation Policy & Law
Students learn the legal and conservation framework governing wildlife and safari activities in Zimbabwe, including:
Wildlife legislation
Protected areas
Conservation principles
Wildlife management
Hunting regulations
Environmental protection
Professional responsibilities
Relevant national legislation and regulations
5. General Paper
Zimbabwean tourism
Geography
History
National parks and protected areas
Tourist attractions
Current affairs
Environmental issues
International conservation
Tourism destinations and institutions
🦓 PRACTICAL & FIELD EXPOSURE
Where applicable, students are given opportunities to complement classroom learning with practical field experience.
Practical exposure may include:
Wildlife identification
Spoor identification
Animal behaviour observation
Field guiding techniques
Firearm safety and handling
Navigation and orientation
Camp procedures
Interpretation of natural resources
Wildlife and habitat observation
Field experience is an important part of developing confidence and professional competence as a future guide.
📝 ZIMPARKS EXAMINATION PREPARATION
Zimbabwe Wildlife College places strong emphasis on examination preparation.
Students receive:
Structured revision programmes
Assignments and assessments
Mock examinations
Past examination-style questions
Topic-by-topic revision
Academic guidance from instructors
Examination preparation support
The ultimate objective is to equip students with the knowledge and confidence required to sit for the ZimParks LPH examinations.
💵 COURSE FEES
Registration: USD $10
Tuition: USD $50 per month
ZimParks Examination Fee: USD $250
The examination fee is paid directly to Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority.
🩹 IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT – FIRST AID
All students intending to sit for the final examinations are required to obtain a Basic First Aid Certificate before writing the final examinations.
First aid knowledge is also an important professional skill for anyone working in remote safari and wilderness environments.
🎓 WHO CAN ENROL?
The course is suitable for individuals who want to develop a career in:
Safari guiding
Professional hunting
Wildlife conservation
Ecotourism
Safari camp operations
Wildlife tourism
Outdoor and wilderness tourism
Students may enrol with or without O' Level qualifications, subject to the applicable course and examination requirements.
🌍 WHY STUDY WITH ZIMBABWE WILDLIFE COLLEGE?
At Zimbabwe Wildlife College, we believe that professional guides need more than a certificate. They need knowledge, confidence, field awareness, discipline and practical understanding of the natural environment.
Our approach focuses on:
✅ Experienced instruction
✅ Structured learning
✅ Practical wildlife knowledge
✅ Examination preparation
✅ Online and face-to-face learning
✅ Continuous academic support
✅ Wildlife and tourism-focused education
✅ Development of professional field skills
🦁 YOUR JOURNEY STARTS HERE
Whether you are a young person entering the wildlife industry, an aspiring safari guide, a future professional hunter, a conservation enthusiast or someone looking for a career change, the LPH programme can provide a foundation for your journey into Zimbabwe's safari sector.
Learn. Explore. Guide. Conserve.
📞 ENROLMENT & INFORMATION
Zimbabwe Wildlife College
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