Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

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Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Are you 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 areas

  • Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
  • Science and the Environment

Study areas

  • Conservation and Land Management
  • Horticulture and Conservation

Course ID

  • National ID: AHC40924
  • WA State ID: BJR0

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.

Launch your career in environmental protection and biosecurity.

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.

Delivery location

Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

Land a lead role in conservation

Expand your expertise in conservation and ecosystem management through advanced technical and project-based learning. You’ll develop skills in planning, coordinating and implementing conservation activities, supporting environmental projects and contributing to the sustainable management of natural resources.

This qualification provides you with the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate and supervise operations in your chosen field of conservation and ecosystem management. You’ll build advanced knowledge, technical expertise and decision-making skills, while further developing your ability to plan and coordinate environmental projects, apply specialised conservation practices and contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources and ecosystems.

If you’re looking to enhance your professional capabilities, broaden your career opportunities or progress towards supervisory, project coordination or leadership-focused roles, this qualification can help you build the skills you need to progress within the conservation and environmental management industry.

As part of this course, you’ll undertake three units designed to meet the Department of Health requirements for gaining a Pest Management Technician Licence, allowing you to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or mine site rehabilitation.

You’ll learn from highly experienced lecturers and have access to extensive resources to help you develop practical, industry-relevant skills.

Please note, that you will be enrolled in a dual qualification which includes Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and Certificate IV in Horticulture. Upon successful completion of one additional unit from Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, students will receive both qualifications. Additional details will be provided during Orientation.

Delivery location

Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)

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.

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 location

Albany

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 areas

  • Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
  • Science and the Environment

Study areas

  • Conservation and Land Management
  • Horticulture and Conservation

Course ID

  • National ID: AHC40924
  • WA State ID: BJR0

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.

Launch your career in environmental protection and biosecurity.

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.

Delivery location

Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

Land a lead role in conservation

Expand your expertise in conservation and ecosystem management through advanced technical and project-based learning. You’ll develop skills in planning, coordinating and implementing conservation activities, supporting environmental projects and contributing to the sustainable management of natural resources.

This qualification provides you with the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate and supervise operations in your chosen field of conservation and ecosystem management. You’ll build advanced knowledge, technical expertise and decision-making skills, while further developing your ability to plan and coordinate environmental projects, apply specialised conservation practices and contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources and ecosystems.

If you’re looking to enhance your professional capabilities, broaden your career opportunities or progress towards supervisory, project coordination or leadership-focused roles, this qualification can help you build the skills you need to progress within the conservation and environmental management industry.

As part of this course, you’ll undertake three units designed to meet the Department of Health requirements for gaining a Pest Management Technician Licence, allowing you to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or mine site rehabilitation.

You’ll learn from highly experienced lecturers and have access to extensive resources to help you develop practical, industry-relevant skills.

Please note, that you will be enrolled in a dual qualification which includes Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and Certificate IV in Horticulture. Upon successful completion of one additional unit from Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, students will receive both qualifications. Additional details will be provided during Orientation.

Delivery location

Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)

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.

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 location

Albany

Launch your career in environmental protection and biosecurity.

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.

Locations

Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

Land a lead role in conservation

Expand your expertise in conservation and ecosystem management through advanced technical and project-based learning. You’ll develop skills in planning, coordinating and implementing conservation activities, supporting environmental projects and contributing to the sustainable management of natural resources.

This qualification provides you with the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate and supervise operations in your chosen field of conservation and ecosystem management. You’ll build advanced knowledge, technical expertise and decision-making skills, while further developing your ability to plan and coordinate environmental projects, apply specialised conservation practices and contribute to the sustainable management of natural resources and ecosystems.

If you’re looking to enhance your professional capabilities, broaden your career opportunities or progress towards supervisory, project coordination or leadership-focused roles, this qualification can help you build the skills you need to progress within the conservation and environmental management industry.

As part of this course, you’ll undertake three units designed to meet the Department of Health requirements for gaining a Pest Management Technician Licence, allowing you to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or mine site rehabilitation.

You’ll learn from highly experienced lecturers and have access to extensive resources to help you develop practical, industry-relevant skills.

Please note, that you will be enrolled in a dual qualification which includes Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management and Certificate IV in Horticulture. Upon successful completion of one additional unit from Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, students will receive both qualifications. Additional details will be provided during Orientation.

Locations

Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)

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.

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.

This course is not currently available at any private training providers.

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