Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Interested in protecting ecosystems and restoring the natural environment? Would you love a career working in nature? Get job ready skills to identify flora and fauna and carry out site inspections and field surveillance to address environmental and biosecurity issues, and more.
Australia has a wide variety of natural environments, and with this qualification you could have a career where you will have a direct impact on their future.
This training will give you knowledge of land conservation and ecosystems, including how to identify flora and fauna and carry out site inspections and field surveillance to address environmental and biosecurity emergencies and general deterioration.
The course also covers pest problems; restoration works; revegetation and restoration; culturally significant places; conservation earthworks; and community advocation. It's ideal for anyone with experience in this area who wants to upskill to open up new career opportunities, or as a starting point for those seeking a career in conservation.
Completion of this qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Training options
- Apprenticeship or traineeship
- STEM
Industry area
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
Study areas
- Conservation and Land Management
- Horticulture and Conservation
Course ID
- National ID: AHC40920
- WA State ID: BGH6
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 on the country you love.
When you complete a Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management you will be ready for a career in conservation work, parks and wildlife, or regeneration work. You will gain a broad range of skills and theoretical knowledge to specialise in the land conservation industry, including in Indigenous land management, ecosystem management, pest control and fire management.
This course covers practical skills in planning, implementing, costing and budgeting for conservation projects.
Students will undertake written assignments and practical activities and work in teams to complete a range of programs on country. All training delivery is supported by comprehensive resources and taught by highly experienced and passionate lecturers.
This course is not campus-based but delivered upon request to a closed group on rural properties across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Please contact us for more information.
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.
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in conservation and ecosystem management. You will have the skills and knowledge required for specialised or skilled work in the conservation and ecosystem management industry.
The qualification provides for advanced skills in a broad range of conservation and ecological work in areas including supervision and management, indigenous land management, ecosystem management, pest control and fire management.
Delivery locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
Australia has a wide variety of natural environments, and with this qualification you could have a career where you will have a direct impact on their future.
This training will give you knowledge of land conservation and ecosystems, including how to identify flora and fauna and carry out site inspections and field surveillance to address environmental and biosecurity emergencies and general deterioration.
The course also covers pest problems; restoration works; revegetation and restoration; culturally significant places; conservation earthworks; and community advocation. It's ideal for anyone with experience in this area who wants to upskill to open up new career opportunities, or as a starting point for those seeking a career in conservation.
Completion of this qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Training options
- Apprenticeship or traineeship
- STEM
Industry area
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
Study areas
- Conservation and Land Management
- Horticulture and Conservation
Course ID
- National ID: AHC40920
- WA State ID: BGH6
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 on the country you love.
When you complete a Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management you will be ready for a career in conservation work, parks and wildlife, or regeneration work. You will gain a broad range of skills and theoretical knowledge to specialise in the land conservation industry, including in Indigenous land management, ecosystem management, pest control and fire management.
This course covers practical skills in planning, implementing, costing and budgeting for conservation projects.
Students will undertake written assignments and practical activities and work in teams to complete a range of programs on country. All training delivery is supported by comprehensive resources and taught by highly experienced and passionate lecturers.
This course is not campus-based but delivered upon request to a closed group on rural properties across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Please contact us for more information.
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.
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in conservation and ecosystem management. You will have the skills and knowledge required for specialised or skilled work in the conservation and ecosystem management industry.
The qualification provides for advanced skills in a broad range of conservation and ecological work in areas including supervision and management, indigenous land management, ecosystem management, pest control and fire management.
Delivery locations
Work on the country you love.
When you complete a Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management you will be ready for a career in conservation work, parks and wildlife, or regeneration work. You will gain a broad range of skills and theoretical knowledge to specialise in the land conservation industry, including in Indigenous land management, ecosystem management, pest control and fire management.
This course covers practical skills in planning, implementing, costing and budgeting for conservation projects.
Students will undertake written assignments and practical activities and work in teams to complete a range of programs on country. All training delivery is supported by comprehensive resources and taught by highly experienced and passionate lecturers.
This course is not campus-based but delivered upon request to a closed group on rural properties across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Please contact us for more information.
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.
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in conservation and ecosystem management. You will have the skills and knowledge required for specialised or skilled work in the conservation and ecosystem management industry.
The qualification provides for advanced skills in a broad range of conservation and ecological work in areas including supervision and management, indigenous land management, ecosystem management, pest control and fire management.
Locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
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