Scorpion Sting First Response Course

Jonathan will be presenting a Scorpion Sting First Response Course at Hoedspruit Reptile Centre on Sunday the 25th April 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. It offers the knowledge and understanding to step up to the leadership challenge of scorpion sting first response in an organisation and community.

Course duration is 3 hours and consists of a presentation, workshop and assessment. All participants will receive a certificate and supporting resources. The following topics are included in the course.

All course participants will receive access to Scorpion Sting First Response Supporting Resources, an Identification and First Response Guide to Scorpions of the Lowveld, and a printed Common Scorpions of the Lowveld poster.

The course is presented in English and all writing instruments will be provided. Although aimed at adults, children younger than 13, may attend as long as they are accompanied by an adult. The course cost includes entrance to the Reptile Centre. Participants who book before the 20th April will receive printed certificates. Participants who book after the 20th April will receive a PDF certificate via email. Please note that places are limited. Please remember to book early to secure your place on this course.

English as a second language

Although the course and assessment is presented in English, the course content is presented in a visual, easy to understand and practical way without any complex language. For individuals where English is not their first language, Jonathan will be available to help individuals to complete the assessment. Everyone receives a certificate for the course regardless of the final mark.

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 the South African Snakebite Symposium, the Eswatini Snakebite Symposium and is a member of the National Snakebite Advisory group. His work has inspired a generation, and has shaped our understanding of scorpions and how scorpion stings are treated across Southern Africa.

If you cannot attend the course and would like to order a copy of the Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book or Distance Learning at the following link.

• Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Book
• Essential Scorpion Sting First Response Distance Learning

Send your questions or comments or requests for manual bookings/payments to Jonathan on [email protected]