A peek into the world of working in animal welfare is being offered to students as part of Scottish Careers Week (11-15 November).
Cats Protection, the UK’s largest cat welfare charity, is hosting a one-off free live event aimed at anyone over the age of 11.
The charity’s Education team is inviting teachers, lecturers and other education providers to sign up for the unique learning experience being hosted on to sign up for the talk being hosted on Wednesday, 13 November from 1.45-2.45pm.
Coming live from Cats Protection Scotland Cat Centre in Glasgow, the session will see Community Education Officer Alison Cameron-Russell chatting to staff about their roles and their varied career paths into animal welfare.
Attendees will also be taken on a virtual tour of the centre, meeting the cats in care and seeing what goes on behind the scenes at a busy adoption centre.
Alison said: “It’s going to be a fun, engaging and informative event to inspire young people about the roles available working within a centre at an animal charity, and as an added bonus our audience get to see cats and kittens!
“There are so many rewarding jobs and volunteer opportunities that people may not realise exist, and this talk will offer a window into the fascinating world of animal welfare and the affects people can have in giving cats a better life. The talk is not just open to students so if you’re considering a job change and would like to explore animal welfare sign up.”
Classes, groups, and individuals can sign up to the live session knowing they have been devised to help young people understand and develop their career aspirations.
Tickets can be booked via Eventbrite http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/scottish-careers-week-live-cat-centre-tour-tickets-1005150782047?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Talks can also be arranged outside of Scottish Careers Week for young people of all ages. For more information visit www.education.cats.org.uk or email education@cats.org.uk.