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The Turtle Masterclass

Water quality, filtration, basking and diet — the four things turtle keeping lives or dies by.

  • Over 2 hoursOver 2 hours
  • 49 lessons49 lessons
  • Watch on any deviceWatch on any device
  • Certificate of completionCertificate of completion
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Catch a glimpse of the Turtle Masterclass in action

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 49 lessons
  • Access Lifetime
  • Devices Any device
  • Level All experience
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The Turtle Masterclass - Kellyville Pets
about this masterclass

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

If you've been given a turtle and a tank and you're not sure where to begin, start here. Every chapter is short, plainly explained and filmed with real animals, covering licensing and selection through to shell health and long-term care.

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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 for the long term

    Licensing, species differences and adult size — decisions that matter for the next 40 years.

  • 2

    Get the water right

    Filtration, testing and maintenance routines that keep water clear and your turtle healthy.

  • 3

    Balance heat, light and diet

    Basking temperatures, UVB, live food and a varied diet that supports shell growth.

The curriculum

Inside the Masterclass.

  1. 1 Introduction — Time of the turtle (free preview), Masterclass overview, Meeting your instructor, A companion animal centre, Warning
  2. 2 Turtles — Turtles, tortoises & Luna, Anatomy of a turtle, Natural behaviour, Natural diet
  3. 3 Legal obligation — Licensing, Exotic reptilesl
  4. 4 Turtles as pets — A popular pet, Making the right choice, Selecting your turtle, Handling & transportation
  5. 5 Enclosure set up — Enclosure, Life as an ectotherm, Temperature, Excursion, The importance of light, Providing light
  6. 6 Water — Testing water, Filtration, Water maintenance
  7. 7 Enclosure elements — Furnishings, Cohabitation, Enrichment
  8. 8 Diet — Feeding, Live food, A varied diet
  9. 9 Care — Shedding, Health & hygiene
  10. 10 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
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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?

Water, light and diet, taught properly. The three things every turtle keeper needs to master.

40+ years independent Lifetime access Free chapter preview
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Digital course · Nothing is shipped