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ZIMS Academy for Students

Get a head start in your zoological career with ZIMS Academy for Students!

Are you passionate about wildlife conservation, zoology, or animal management? Get ahead in your career with the ZIMS Academy, a unique subscription designed specifically for students. Learn the essential skills to use the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS) — the world’s most comprehensive animal data management system used by over 1,300 zoos, aquariums, and wildlife organizations globally.

ZIMS is used by a variety of professionals around the world, to manage daily animal care and welfare, studbooks and veterinary care. Whether you aspire to work in animal care, research, or conservation, proficiency in ZIMS will give you an edge in a competitive field.

What’s included in a ZIMS Academy subscription?

  • Access to training courses – free access to the popular Keepers and Aquarists course which provides the necessary skills to get started in ZIMS, as well as the Species360 Insights course, which shows you how effectively utilize the global resources in ZIMS.
  • Certificate of completion – showcase your skills with certificates that can be added to your resume or portfolio, giving you a competitive advantage when entering the job market.
  • Access to LearnZIMS – a sandbox version of ZIMS with test data that you can use to learn.
  • Access to the Training Library – full access to hundred of training documents and videos to help you get familiar with the various tools and modules in ZIMS.

50th anniversary discount

We’re excited to offer a discounted price on ZIMS Academy subscriptions to celebrate our 50th anniversary! The offer is available until 31 December 2024.

Subscription levelsSix months12 months
Normal student fee$99$149
50th anniversary fee$79$119

Join today!

If you’re interested in joining the ZIMS Academy, please contact the Species360 Member Support team at [email protected]

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