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 individuals and students.

Learn the essential skills to use theSpecies360 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 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.

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 to 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.

12 month
subscription

$149

$119

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.

Join Today

If you’re interested in joining the ZIMS Academy, please contact us through the form or send an email to the Species Member Support team at support@species360.org.

Global information
serving conservation.

Species360 facilitates international collaboration in the collection and sharing of data to serve global plant and animal management and conservation goals.