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- Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
OverviewAbout this course
Get fired up about the preservation of natural ecosystems and learn how you can contribute to a sustainable future. Develop plans and research solutions for ecological restorations using your knowledge, skills and field-based experience.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Design and develop plans for Indigenous land management, soil, river and natural area restoration
Conduct pest management and prescribed burning
Report, research and write tenders in addition to other business documentation
Complete land management mapping
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
Develop a plan to re-vegetate your project site
Apply techniques to support the local ecosystem
Report data collected from sites on pests and disease control
Skills to identify a range of plants and wildlife from the region
Improved communication techniques to manage a team on site
Strong pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol now.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
A Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test and achieve a score of Level 4 across the three bands of learning, reading and oral communication, Level 3 across two bands of writing and numeracy and Level 2 for digital literacy. This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs and to provide you with the appropriate support for your study success.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
3 years of appropriate work experience, an industry association or a Landcare group OR
Successful completion of the Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management OR
Successful completion of Year 12 of high school AND
Well-established skills and knowledge associated with environmental and landscape processes
Interest in interpreting and applying environmental legislation
A computer with internet access and software capable of editing word documents
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: environmental officer, national Park ranger, biodiversity conservation manager, indigenous land manager, pest and feral species manager, ecological restoration manager, sustainability manager, threatened species manager and mine site rehabilitation manager.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 10 units of competency, including 0 core and 10 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
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TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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