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Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

  • Certificate

Get started on your career as a horticulturalist This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to gain employment in the conservation and ecosystem management industry including weed management companies, native revegetation nurseries, local councils, and mining,...

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Duration
1 semester full-time
Course Code
AHC21020
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Get started on your career as a horticulturalist

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to gain employment in the conservation and ecosystem management industry including weed management companies, native revegetation nurseries, local councils, and mining, horticulture and landscaping organisations.

You do not need to have any prior experience and this may be a great option if you are currently unemployed. All of our classes have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers.

You may be able to attain a triple qualification, adding the Certificate II in Horticulture and Certificate II in Landscaping to this Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management by enrolling in additional units.

What you will learn

  • Ecological restoration work
  • Identifying plants
  • Treat weeds and treat pests, diseases and disorders
  • Plant trees and shrubs
  • Operate basic machinery and equipment
  • Construct low- profile timber or modular retaining wall
  • Install aggregate paths
  • Operate basic machinery and equipment

Career pathways

  • Nursery hand/worker

This course meets the requirements of a broad range of related industries such as Local Councils, conservation and ecosystem management, landscaping companies, State Government employment and parks and gardens. Other job titles may include:

  • Bushland regenerator
  • Conservation worker
  • Revegetation worker

Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.

Visit one of our four Jobs and Skills Centres located at NMT's Balga, Joondalup, Midland and Perth campuses for free career planning advice and job search support.