Contacts
MassWildlife
Phone
Open M–F, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed noon–12:30 for lunch)
The Details
What you need
Before you can apply to become a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, you must pass the Massachusetts Wildlife Rehabilitation Permit exam with a score of at least 80%. More information about the exam, as well as a study guide, can be found under the downloads section below.
For information
- For information on permit prerequisites, exam details, and application procedures to become a wildlife rehabilitator, please email wildlife.rehab@mass.gov.
- For already licensed wildlife rehabilitators looking for information on permit renewals and annual reporting, please email wildlife.rehab@mass.gov.
When you're ready to take the exam
- Contact the MassWildlife office where you plan to take the exam:
Fees
| Name | Fee | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife rehabilitation permit | $10 | each |
How to apply
After you have passed the exam, complete the attached permit application.
Mail in the permit application, along with a check or money order made payable to "Comm. of MA – DFW" to:
Division of Fisheries and Wildlife
ATTN: Wildlife Rehab
1 Rabbit Hill Road
Westborough, MA 01581
More info
Wildlife Rehabilitators Association of Massachusetts (WRAM, Inc.), hosts meetings and provides a network for member wildlife rehabilitators.
Downloads
Contact
Address
Phone
Open M–F, 8 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed noon–12:30 for lunch)