Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Start a career in conservation and land management, in the specialist field of ecosystem management, where you will directly contribute to the ongoing preservation and maintenance of Australia's lands and waters, wildlife and habitats, natural ecosystems, and parks and reserves.
This course is the perfect entry point to a career where you can be part of the future of our natural environments, with great career options!
You could get into Indigenous land management, ecological restoration, rehabilitation and renewal and management of rural and natural landscapes including national and nature parks; wildlife management, conservation of land, water and marine environments or fire management — to name just a few.
This is a job where you will directly contribute to the ongoing preservation and maintenance of Australia's beautiful lands and waters, our unique wildlife and their habitat in the natural ecosystem, and our stunning parks and reserves. If you love working outdoors and have a passion for nature, this could be the pathway for you!
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
Training option
- STEM
Industry areas
- Science and the Environment
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
- Animals, Science and the Environment
Study areas
- Conservation and Land Management
- Horticulture and Conservation
Course ID
- National ID: AHC31424
- WA State ID: BJS2
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
Work for the future
This course is designed to give you the foundation skills and knowledge needed within the conservation and ecosystem management industry, to enter the work force in either private, local or state government sectors.
As part of this course you will undertake three units that have been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.
All of our classes have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers.
Please note, that you will be enrolled in a dual qualification which includes Certificate III Conservation and Ecosystem Management students and Certificate III Horticulture. Upon successful completion, students will receive both qualifications. Additional details will be provided during Orientation.
Delivery locations
Students can elect to focus on Indigenous land management, conservation earthworks, lands, parks and wildlife, or natural area management.
Throughout this course, students will complete written assignments and work in teams to undertake programs that assist in maintaining the natural environment. Participants will gain practical skills in occupational health and safety, fire management, biodiversity surveying, mapping and understanding remote operations.
PLEASE NOTE: An updated version of this Qualification is being introduced in 2025. As we are committed to providing you with industry ready Qualifications, new students will be enrolled in the latest version.
If you dream of starting a career in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, this course is the ideal first step to prepare you for entry into the industry.
Be guided by our lecturers who are experienced professionals, as you learn key skills to protect plants, animals and their habitats. You'll gain solid knowledge of how to recognise, propagate native plants, as well as how to treat weeds, and control pests and diseases. You'll be trained in areas such as conducting ecological and cultural site inspections, maintaining native ecosystems, and implementing revegetation and restoration works.
You can develop a broad skillset to equip you for various work roles in the industry, such as ecological restoration of terrestrial and wetland environments, parks and wildlife management, weed and pest control, fire mitigation, and concepts related to mine site rehabilitation.
Through your work, you will contribute to the preservation and maintenance of wildlife habitats, as you work to restore and rehabilitate areas such as our bushland, wetlands, conservation reserves, and coastal environments.
This nationally recognised qualification will get you job-ready for a range of opportunities across private, local, or state government sectors in roles such as Bushland Maintenance Officer, Environmental Field Technician, Conservation Officer or Land Rehabilitation Worker.
During this course, you will study three units that meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or mine site rehabilitation.
Please note: Conservation and Ecosystem Management involves physical labour, and students will be required to demonstrate a reasonable level of fitness and mobility.
Study in specialist facilities
Learn in our on-site native bushland, which acts as an outdoor classroom for learning plant ID, seed collection, weed control, survey techniques & ecological assessments. Dedicated purpose-built facilities that simulate real-world working environments, including a native nursery production space featuring cutting and seed production zones and large work sheds.
Facilities also include specialised sheltered nursery areas for propagating native species for ecosystem restoration and rehabilitation, under the supervision of a project leader. Students can learn by getting hands-on with industry-specific, field-oriented practical activities in conservation work and by operating machinery and equipment.
Delivery locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
This course is the perfect entry point to a career where you can be part of the future of our natural environments, with great career options!
You could get into Indigenous land management, ecological restoration, rehabilitation and renewal and management of rural and natural landscapes including national and nature parks; wildlife management, conservation of land, water and marine environments or fire management — to name just a few.
This is a job where you will directly contribute to the ongoing preservation and maintenance of Australia's beautiful lands and waters, our unique wildlife and their habitat in the natural ecosystem, and our stunning parks and reserves. If you love working outdoors and have a passion for nature, this could be the pathway for you!
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study.
Training option
- STEM
Industry areas
- Science and the Environment
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
- Animals, Science and the Environment
Study areas
- Conservation and Land Management
- Horticulture and Conservation
Course ID
- National ID: AHC31424
- WA State ID: BJS2
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
Work for the future
This course is designed to give you the foundation skills and knowledge needed within the conservation and ecosystem management industry, to enter the work force in either private, local or state government sectors.
As part of this course you will undertake three units that have been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.
All of our classes have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers.
Please note, that you will be enrolled in a dual qualification which includes Certificate III Conservation and Ecosystem Management students and Certificate III Horticulture. Upon successful completion, students will receive both qualifications. Additional details will be provided during Orientation.
Delivery locations
Students can elect to focus on Indigenous land management, conservation earthworks, lands, parks and wildlife, or natural area management.
Throughout this course, students will complete written assignments and work in teams to undertake programs that assist in maintaining the natural environment. Participants will gain practical skills in occupational health and safety, fire management, biodiversity surveying, mapping and understanding remote operations.
PLEASE NOTE: An updated version of this Qualification is being introduced in 2025. As we are committed to providing you with industry ready Qualifications, new students will be enrolled in the latest version.
If you dream of starting a career in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, this course is the ideal first step to prepare you for entry into the industry.
Be guided by our lecturers who are experienced professionals, as you learn key skills to protect plants, animals and their habitats. You'll gain solid knowledge of how to recognise, propagate native plants, as well as how to treat weeds, and control pests and diseases. You'll be trained in areas such as conducting ecological and cultural site inspections, maintaining native ecosystems, and implementing revegetation and restoration works.
You can develop a broad skillset to equip you for various work roles in the industry, such as ecological restoration of terrestrial and wetland environments, parks and wildlife management, weed and pest control, fire mitigation, and concepts related to mine site rehabilitation.
Through your work, you will contribute to the preservation and maintenance of wildlife habitats, as you work to restore and rehabilitate areas such as our bushland, wetlands, conservation reserves, and coastal environments.
This nationally recognised qualification will get you job-ready for a range of opportunities across private, local, or state government sectors in roles such as Bushland Maintenance Officer, Environmental Field Technician, Conservation Officer or Land Rehabilitation Worker.
During this course, you will study three units that meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or mine site rehabilitation.
Please note: Conservation and Ecosystem Management involves physical labour, and students will be required to demonstrate a reasonable level of fitness and mobility.
Study in specialist facilities
Learn in our on-site native bushland, which acts as an outdoor classroom for learning plant ID, seed collection, weed control, survey techniques & ecological assessments. Dedicated purpose-built facilities that simulate real-world working environments, including a native nursery production space featuring cutting and seed production zones and large work sheds.
Facilities also include specialised sheltered nursery areas for propagating native species for ecosystem restoration and rehabilitation, under the supervision of a project leader. Students can learn by getting hands-on with industry-specific, field-oriented practical activities in conservation work and by operating machinery and equipment.
Delivery locations
Work for the future
This course is designed to give you the foundation skills and knowledge needed within the conservation and ecosystem management industry, to enter the work force in either private, local or state government sectors.
As part of this course you will undertake three units that have been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.
All of our classes have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers.
Please note, that you will be enrolled in a dual qualification which includes Certificate III Conservation and Ecosystem Management students and Certificate III Horticulture. Upon successful completion, students will receive both qualifications. Additional details will be provided during Orientation.
Locations
Students can elect to focus on Indigenous land management, conservation earthworks, lands, parks and wildlife, or natural area management.
Throughout this course, students will complete written assignments and work in teams to undertake programs that assist in maintaining the natural environment. Participants will gain practical skills in occupational health and safety, fire management, biodiversity surveying, mapping and understanding remote operations.
PLEASE NOTE: An updated version of this Qualification is being introduced in 2025. As we are committed to providing you with industry ready Qualifications, new students will be enrolled in the latest version.
If you dream of starting a career in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, this course is the ideal first step to prepare you for entry into the industry.
Be guided by our lecturers who are experienced professionals, as you learn key skills to protect plants, animals and their habitats. You'll gain solid knowledge of how to recognise, propagate native plants, as well as how to treat weeds, and control pests and diseases. You'll be trained in areas such as conducting ecological and cultural site inspections, maintaining native ecosystems, and implementing revegetation and restoration works.
You can develop a broad skillset to equip you for various work roles in the industry, such as ecological restoration of terrestrial and wetland environments, parks and wildlife management, weed and pest control, fire mitigation, and concepts related to mine site rehabilitation.
Through your work, you will contribute to the preservation and maintenance of wildlife habitats, as you work to restore and rehabilitate areas such as our bushland, wetlands, conservation reserves, and coastal environments.
This nationally recognised qualification will get you job-ready for a range of opportunities across private, local, or state government sectors in roles such as Bushland Maintenance Officer, Environmental Field Technician, Conservation Officer or Land Rehabilitation Worker.
During this course, you will study three units that meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or mine site rehabilitation.
Please note: Conservation and Ecosystem Management involves physical labour, and students will be required to demonstrate a reasonable level of fitness and mobility.
Study in specialist facilities
Learn in our on-site native bushland, which acts as an outdoor classroom for learning plant ID, seed collection, weed control, survey techniques & ecological assessments. Dedicated purpose-built facilities that simulate real-world working environments, including a native nursery production space featuring cutting and seed production zones and large work sheds.
Facilities also include specialised sheltered nursery areas for propagating native species for ecosystem restoration and rehabilitation, under the supervision of a project leader. Students can learn by getting hands-on with industry-specific, field-oriented practical activities in conservation work and by operating machinery and equipment.
Locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
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