Step up to the leadership challenge of scorpion sting first response in your organisation and community

Jonathan will be presenting a Scorpion Sting Sting First Response Course at the Hoedspruit Reptile Centre on Sunday the 8th February 2026 from 10am to 1pm. The content of the course is based upon Jonathan's latest book, Essential Scorpion Sting First Response which offers an innovative science based first response framework that reduces the chance of being stung by a scorpion, and if there is a sting, how to ensure the best possible outcome for stings in humans and animals.

The Course

The Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Course offers a new and innovative science-based first response framework that addresses the burden of scorpion stings in Southern Africa, by offering individuals the knowledge and understanding to assume a leadership role in their local community.

Course duration is 3 hours in length and consists of a presentation, followed by a first response workshop. Participants write a multiple choice assessment, all participants will receive a certificate and supporting resources. 

Please note that it is not necessary to have a copy of the Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book. However, copies of the book and workbook will be available for purchase before and after the course. Card facilities will be available. You can reserve your signed copy when booking for the course. 

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Step up to the leadership challenge of scorpion sting first response

The course is being hosted at Hoedspruit Reptile Centre on the 8th February from 10am to 1pm. The course cost includes entrance to the Reptile Centre. Course is presented in English. It consists of a presentation, workshop, assessment, certificate and supporting resources. Writing instruments will be provided. Although aimed at adults, children younger than 13 may attend as long as they are accompanied by an adult. Places are limited.

Participants who book before the 30th January will receive printed certificates. Participants who book after the 30th will receive a PDF certificate via email. Send your questions or comments or requests for manual bookings/payments to Jonathan on Info@JonathanLeeming.com

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Cannot attend the course but want to learn about scorpion sting first response?

Copies of the Scorpion Sting First Response Book are available for delivery. The Scorpion Sting First Response Distance Learning offers professional development for career drive individuals in their own time at at their own location. Go to the following link to place your order or email your order to Jonathan on Info@JonathanLeeming.com

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Jonathan Leeming

Jonathan is Southern Africa’s leading authority on spider bite and scorpion sting first response. He is a best selling author, international speaker and award-winning conservationist. He consults for poison information helplines, medical organisations and academic institutions, and speaks and is a panel member at medical conferences and is a member of the National Snakebite Advisory Group. His work has inspired a generation, and has shaped our understanding of scorpions and scorpion stings across Southern Africa.
Jonathan Leeming, author, speaker and conservationist

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