The Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management course will equip you with the technical skills and knowledge of the latest technologies required to pursue a career in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry. Participants will gain knowledge and skills in monitoring terrestrial and aquatic biodiversity, producing maps, planning and managing seed collection and revegetation projects, developing community programs, identification and management of weeds and pest animals, developing relationships with local indigenous groups, planning fieldwork, and managing projects.
This qualification may lead to career opportunities with a range of organisations in roles such Landcare Facilitator, Project Firefighter, Catchment Officer (Water, Biodiversity, Community, Indigenous), Project Officer (Biodiversity, Revegetation, Waterways & wetlands), Bushcare Officer, Land Services Officer (Native Vegetation, Grazing, Wetlands), Bushland Management Officer, Cultural Heritage Officer, National Parks Ranger.
Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
Flexi/Online and Classroom based delivery available. Students will be required to complete modules online via the student portal, in addition students will be required to attend sessions face to face quarterly, 2-3 day session to complete practical components, variations to this may be discussed as required. Students may also be assessed in the industry workplace through a third party assessment/and or on site training.
Each student will undertake a Pre-Training Review before enrolling to help confirm the proposed course is suitable. It will provide valuable information about an individual's existing skills and knowledge, language, literacy and numeracy skills and whether the course will help in achieving learning and/or employment goals. This course is best suited to learners who have completed a lower level Conservation and Ecosystem Management course, or have relevant industry experience. It is also for those currently in full-time employment who wish to attain the necessary knowledge to make a career change.
1 Years
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| AHCECR308 | Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration | 80 | $30.00 |
| AHCWHS401 | Maintain work health and safety processes | 70 | $30.00 |
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| AHCBUS407 | Cost a project | 50 | $30.00 |
| AHCBUS515 | Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders | 120 | $30.00 |
| AHCCCF402 | Report on project | 60 | $20.00 |
| AHCECR402 | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | 80 | $30.00 |
| AHCECR506 | Develop and implement sustainable land use strategies | 140 | $30.00 |
| AHCLPW406 | Supervise the monitoring of biodiversity | 100 | $35.00 |
| AHCPMG305 | Survey pests | 70 | $30.00 |
| AHCPMG412 | Develop a pest management plan | 50 | $30.00 |
| AHCPMG413 | Define the pest problem | 100 | $30.00 |
| CHCCDE002 | Develop and implement community programs | 125 | $35.00 |
| FWPFGM3201 | Manage seed collection | 80 | $20.00 |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | $30.00 |
| 2023 | |
| Government Subsidised | $3,976 |
| Concession | $1,075 |
| RPL Government Subsidised | $3,087 |
| RPL Concession | $617 |
| RPL Self-funded | $4,116 |
| Self-Funded | $5,005 |
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2023 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Classroom Based, Full Year |
| 2023 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Blended Delivery, Full Year |
