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Welcome to the AZA professional development site. This site was created to bring you affordable and effective training and connect you to your peers through discussion boards.

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Founded in 1924, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) is a nonprofit 501c(3) organization dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, education, science, and recreation. Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting an institution dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living things.

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218 AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums attracted more than 175 million visitors in 2008. Approximately 50 million visitors were children, making accredited zoos and aquariums some of the best places for families to connect with nature and each other.

AZA Member Course Discounts

As a member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums you are entitled to discounts on online courses ranging from $10 - $25 depending on the course title. To receive your member discount on either of the FROGWATCH USA™ courses enter AZAELEARNING in the coupon code box at checkout. To receive your member discount for all other courses enter AZAMEMBER in the coupon code box at checkout.

Not a member of the AZA yet? Click on this link to find out how to become one. Become a Member of the AZA

Warning: If you enter this code and are not a current member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums your payment account can be charged retroactively for the full course fee.