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The Python Masterclass

Handling, feeding, heating and licensing, taught by keepers who work with pythons every day.

  • Over 2 hoursOver 2 hours
  • 44 lessons44 lessons
  • Watch on any deviceWatch on any device
  • Certificate of completionCertificate of completion
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A quick look at what you'll learn, see and experience in our masterclasses.

At a glance

The essentials.

Everything you need to know before you enrol.

  • Watch time Over 2 hours
  • Chapters 44 lessons
  • Access Lifetime
  • Devices Any device
  • Level All experience
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about this masterclass

A step-by-step guide to caring for your pet with confidence.

Pythons are quiet, clean and remarkably rewarding animals once you understand how they sense the world. This Masterclass takes you from the python's natural behaviour and biology through to confident, calm handling, so the animal in front of you stops being a mystery.

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how it works

Self-guided, online, yours for life.

Join Ben as he takes you on a learning journey like no other — anatomy, habitat, husbandry, diet and care, filmed in cinematic, high-definition detail.

Once you enrol you'll receive an email inviting you to our Pet School learning platform. It's a digital product, so nothing physical is delivered.

What we'll teach you

Everything you need, start to finish.

Three pillars, covered chapter by chapter.

  • 1

    Choose the right python

    Species, size at maturity, licensing and how to pick a healthy, well-started snake.

  • 2

    Master heating and humidity

    Getting the gradient right so your python digests, sheds and behaves normally.

  • 3

    Handle without stress

    Reading body language, safe handling technique, and what to do about biting.

The curriculum

Inside the Masterclass.

  1. 1 Introduction - The world of pythons (free preview), Masterclass overview, Meeting your instructor, Reptiles & Kellyville Pets, Warning
  2. 2 The python - What is a python?, Natural behaviour, Sensory systems, Natural diet
  3. 3 Legal obligation - Licensing, Exotic reptiles
  4. 4 Pythons as pets - A popular pet, Selecting your python, Handling, Biting, Quarantining
  5. 5 Enclosure set up - Enclosure, Temperature, Excursion, Heating, Thermostats & brumation, The importance of light, Providing light, Furnishings & enrichment
  6. 6 Diet - Diet & nutrition, Feeding
  7. 7 Care — Shedding, Maintenance, Health & hygiene
  8. 8 Graduation — In summary, Test your knowledge, Congratulations
Ben Dessen
Meet your presenter

Ben Dessen

Ben has spent more than two decades keeping, breeding and caring for Australian reptiles and amphibians - and the last several of them teaching other people how to do it properly.

Ben is not only our Masterclass Presenter, but an avid wildlife advocate, pet expert, author and all-round animal ambassador. He has forged a career helping animals both within Australia and around the world and is committed to sharing his passion and knowledge with anyone who is willing to listen.

  • 20+ years keeping reptiles20+ years keeping reptiles
  • Conservation advocateConservation advocate
  • Television presenterTelevision presenter
The series

Our suite of Reptile and Amphibian Masterclasses

Every course is $39.95 with lifetime access.

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Bearded Dragon Masterclass

Everything you need to know to love and care for the iconic bearded dragon.

$39.9549 lessons· Over 2.5 hours
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Turtle Masterclass

If you've been given a turtle and a tank and you're not sure where to begin, start here.

$39.9549 lessons · Over 2 hours
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The Frog Masterclass - Kellyville Pets

Frog Masterclass

Water quality, humidity, ventilation, temperature and live food: amphibian keeping is a balancing act.

$39.9550 lessons · Over 3 hours
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Before you enrol

Masterclass questions, answered.

  • How do I access the Masterclass after enrolling?

    Enrolment is held on our Pet School learning platform. Once you've enrolled, you'll get an email invitation with your login - you can start straight away and pick it back up whenever you like.

  • Is anything physical posted to me?

    No. This is a digitial, self-guided online course, so nothing is shipped. Everything lives in your Pet School account.

  • How long do I have to complete it?

    There's noodadline. One purchase gives you lifetime access, so you can work through it at your own pace and revisit any chapter as your pet grows.

  • Do I need any prior experience with reptiles or amphibians?

    Not at all. Every Masterclass starts from the very beginning, and long-time keepers tell us they still pick up plenty as a refresher.

  • Can I watch it on my phone or tablet?

    Yes - the platform is mobile-friendly, so you can watch on your phone next to the enclosure or on the TV at home.

  • Can I try before I enrol?

    You can. The first five chapters of every Masterclass are free to preview - no payment details needed.

Start today

So, what are you waiting for?

Licensing to handling to husbandry — the complete python education, at your own pace.

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