LEARN NEW SKILLS
Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:
- Design and develop plans for Indigenous land management, soil, river and natural area restoration
- Perform pest management and prescribed burning
- Enhance your business skills such as reporting, researching and writing tenders
- Complete land management mapping
GAIN PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
Build your experience and get practical skills in:
- Developing natural resource management plans associated with re-vegetation, natural area restoration and control of weeds
- Resource mapping and interpretation
- Costing and estimating for a range of ecosystem management projects
- Reporting and investigation techniques to solve ecosystem management problems
DEVELOP YOUR PROFESSIONAL CONFIDENCE
Develop the qualities you need to get ahead in this industry:
- Great communication skills
- An ability to work independently
- Team work and collaboration skills
- An ability to work in solitary and remote conditions
- Empathy for the natural world and native animals
- Climate change awareness
CAREER PATHWAYS
This qualification could help you prepare for 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
- Mine Site Rehabilitation Manager
INTERNATIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledgeand skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
Academic Requirements:
- Year 12 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
To be prepared for this course, it is recommended that you have:
- Digital literacy to conduct research and use databases
- A computer with internet access and software capable of editing word documents
- Well-established skills and knowledge associated with environmental and landscape processes
- Interest in interpreting and applying environmental legislation
- An intermediate level of fitness
If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
STARTING DATES, COURSE FEES AND LOCATIONS
From mountains to oceans, from cities to country towns, international students can choose from a range of courses offered at multiple campus locations across the state. Experience our vibrant spaces such as libraries, cafes and gyms as well as places you can network and socialise.
Learn more about TAFE NSW study locations
| Locations | Starting Dates | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ryde | Feb (Full) , Jul | A$17,850 |
| Locations | Starting Dates | Course Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Ryde | Feb , Jul | A$17,850 |
ADDITIONAL COSTS
Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from A$300 - $1,000 per course.
CAMPUS FACILITIES AND SUPPORT
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the resources, counselling and facilities to support you while you are studying.
We offer a range of support services including:
- TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
- TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
- TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
- Smarthinking - online access to a tutor
- LinkedIn Learning - an online resource that offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
COURSE STRUCTURE AND UNITS
To receive this course students must complete all core units and a range of Additional units.
Note: Additional units may vary between each semester and campus, and will depend on a number of considerations including the packaging rules for the qualification and demand for the unit at that location. TAFE NSW does not guarantee that speciality units listed will be offered at each location and semester. You will receive your timetable from the teaching section on commencement and speciality units offered will be provided at that time.
- Packaging Rules
- To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 10 units of competency
- 0 core units plus 10 elective units
- AHCPMG413 - Define the pest problem
- AHCLPW410 - Produce Maps for land management purposes
- AHCWRK513 - Write and present reports
- AHCFIR503 - Plan and evaluate burning for fuel, ecological and cultural resource management
- AHCECR505 - Plan river restoration works
- AHCECR502 - Conduct biological surveys
- AHCECR503 - Design an ecological restoration project
- AHCPCM510 - Collect and classify plants
- AHCLPW506 - Develop a management plan for a designated area
- MSS024020 - Recognise common geological landforms and samples
- CPPSIS5064 - Coordinate GIS data manipulation and analysis
KEEP LEARNING WITH TAFE NSW
From certificates to diplomas, degrees to study packages, you can take your study further with us.
STUDY PATHWAYS
Whatever your career ambitions, we will help you get there with a range of courses to develop your skills, build your knowledge and prepare you for work.
TAFE NSW is here to create exceptional learner experiences and to support you on your study journey to make sure you achieve your goals.
Explore your study options across a range of disciplines and talk to your TAFE NSW Education Agent or contact us.
STUDY PACKAGES
Plan your study around your life with a TAFE NSW study package. Our study packages allow for multiple courses to be packaged together that can lead you to a TAFE NSW or an Australian University Bachelor Degree with credits. This gives you a one stop shop by completing your applications for the whole package through TAFE NSW allowing you to apply for one student Visa for the full duration of the package.