Take your passion for working with plants and animals to the next level.
When you complete the Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management you will be ready for a career in conservation work, parks and wildlife, or regeneration work.
You will have the skills and knowledge to lead in the land conservation industry, specialising in areas such as Indigenous land management, ecosystem rehabilitation, conservation, parks management, wildlife management, marine and water management.
Some things you'll learn:
- How to develop a management plan for a designated area
- How to conduct biological surveys
- How to design a natural area restoration project
This course is right for you if:
- You have a passion for conservation
- You've already got experience in the field and want to upskill
- You're ready to specialise in a certain stream
This course is eligible for a VET student loan. To see if you're eligible and to find more visit our Student Loans page.
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent | Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) | Certificate III |
VET Student Loans
This qualification is eligible for the Commonwealth Government's VET Student Loan scheme. Eligible students can opt to defer the payment of all or part of their tuition fees by applying for a VET Student Loan. VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. Approved loans become a personal debt with the Commonwealth (HELP debt) until it is repaid.
For more information on VET Student Loans at Central Regional TAFE click here.
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Entry Requirements
Completion of Certificate IV in Conservation and Land/Ecosystem Management or equivalent is highly recommended and/or experience working within the natural resource management sector.
Certification
Upon successful completion you will receive a Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
Job opportunities include:
- Natural resource manager
- Bush regenerator
- Park and wildlife manager
- Senior ranger
For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook(opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA.
Please note: This list is a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Study options and how to apply
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Available all year round, 2023
Batavia Coast Maritime Institute - Self Paced External
Many of our courses offer flexible learning options that provide you with the opportunity to study WHENEVER and WHEREVER suits you. Typically, flexible, and self-paced options are part-time and open for enrolment all year round, allowing you to start, enrol and study continuously.
Once you enrol into your chosen units, you will have six (6) months from the date of your enrolment to complete your study.
| Duration | 6 Months |
| When | Available all year round, 2023 |
| Where | Batavia Coast Maritime Institute |
| How | Self Paced External |
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FEES
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