If you have questions about this program, email the
program leader listed below.
Veterinary Nursing Wildlife Medicine and Rehabilitation (ARCAS)
Program Details
The arrangements for the travel, housing, meals, excursions and course content of
this program have been made by the leader. Questions about this program can only be
answered by the program leader listed below.
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| Program Type |
Departmental |
| Program Location |
Flores, Peten, Guatemala
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| Course # |
SA 14001
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| Duration |
Summer
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| Upcoming Program Dates |
| Summer 2025 |
06/15/25 to 06/29/25
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Please Note: Programs may be altered or adapted with little notice
Program Description
ARCAS is a wildlife rescue and rehabiltation center located in northern Guatemala (Peten) on the edge of the Mayan Biosphere. The majority of the animals at the center come from confiscations due to the wildlife trafficking trade. Students will attend lectures, perfom animal husbandry assignments, learn restraint and handling techniques, assist in medical treatments, all under the direction and supervision of the ARCAS veterinarians and zoologists. An overnight weekend excursion to Tikal National Park to tour the Mayan ruins is included during the first weekend of the trip. Expect physically demanding working conditions in high heat and humidity. This is an outstanding educational and animal handling experience.
Academic Credit
This is a 2 credit course.
Eligibility
Veterinary Nursing students that have completed their second year of the on-campus curriculum in good academic standing.
Veterinary Nursing Distance Learning students that are in good academic standing and have completed VM20500 successfully.
All students participating in a departmental program will complete a pre and post assessment as part of program completion.
Program Cost
Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss.
Application Deadline
Callout is generally late September with application due by end of October or early November annually.
Financial Aid
Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.
Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.
