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. It offers individuals the knowledge and understanding to assume a leadership role in their organisation and local community.

Course duration is 3 hours and consists of a presentation, workshop and 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 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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Please Note

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 and 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. Assessment results will be emailed to participants within 3 days after the course. Places are limited. Payment in full ensures your place on the course. 

Please note that cancellations on or before the 25th January will receive a full refund. A 50% refund for cancellations on or before the 1st February. No refund for cancellations after the 1st February. Refunds will be paid our 3 days after the course date.

Participants who book before the 1st February will receive printed certificates. Participants who book after the 1st February will receive a PDF certificate via email. Send your questions or comments or requests for manual bookings/an invoice/ payments to Jonathan on Info@JonathanLeeming.com

Online Bookings

Cannot attend this event?

No problem! You can still step up to the leadership challenge of scorpion sting first response in your organisation and community. Order your copy of  Essential Scorpion Sting First Response BookAdd the Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Workbook for distance learning in your own time and at your own pace. The Distance Leaning Course offers professional development for lodge staff. Contact Jonathan on Info@JonathanLeeming.com for further details or click on the links below. 

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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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