Grow your career in conservation and ecosystem management here.

If you love the idea of helping to save Australia's beautiful and unique lands, waters, flora and fauna — this nationally recognised and accredited qualification is a great choice.

You can focus your studies on particular areas such as conservation earthworks, Indigenous land management, conservation of lands and parks, native wildlife, natural area restoration and management, weed management and vertebrate pest management.

This course will give you excellent entry level skills so that you're job ready for a range of tasks to maintain and restore natural and cultural places and lands; including working with plants and animals, construction and maintenance, using machinery and equipment, and managing resources.

Higher level qualifications are available, when you decide you're ready to make this your dream career! This course is also an excellent pathway to a traineeship in this industry.

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Get started on your career in the conservation and ecosystem management industry

Passionate about the environment and looking to start a hands-on career in conservation? The Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management provides the essential skills to help protect and restore natural landscapes.

No prior experience is required, making this a great opportunity—especially if you're currently unemployed or looking for a fresh start in the industry. Our courses are delivered by highly experienced lecturers and supported with extensive resources to ensure you gain practical, job-ready skills.

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to gain employment in the conservation and ecosystem management industry, including opportunities with weed management companies, native revegetation nurseries, local councils, and organisations in the mining, horticulture, and landscaping sectors.

You can give your career a boost by achieving a triple qualification! Enrolling in an additional unit, you can achieve a triple qualification that includes: ✅ Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management ✅ Certificate II in Landscaping ✅ Certificate II in Horticulture

This is an excellent way to expand your expertise and increase your job opportunities in the environmental and land management sectors.

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Throughout this course, students will complete written assignments and work in teams to undertake programs that assist in maintaining the natural environment. 

This course is usually not campus-based but delivered upon request to closed groups on rural properties across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Please contact us for more information. This Qualification can equip students for employment opportunities in pest management, land care, conservation, parks and wildlife, ranger groups and land regeneration. 

This course is usually not campus based but delivered upon request to a closed group on rural properties across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. 

Develop the practical skills and technical knowledge for a rewarding career in conservation. Gain hands-on experience in treating invasive weeds, planting native shrubs and trees, operating specialised equipment, maintaining habitat refuges, and identifying local flora and fauna.

Enhance your ability to care for natural areas such as bushland, wetlands, and coastal environments through immersive, field-based training. Your studies will include working in our on-campus bushland, giving you real-world experience in restoration and rehabilitation projects. Under the guidance of experienced project leaders, you’ll take part in industry-relevant conservation activities that prepare you for employment in the sector.

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Get started on your career in conservation and ecosystem management. This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge in conservation and ecosystem management for Indigenous land management, lands, parks and wildlife services and the restoration and rehabilitation of ecosystems.

South Regional TAFE has recently transitioned this qualification to the new training package. Please be aware some campuses may still be offering the old qualification during the transition stage.

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