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Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

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Land a lead role in conservation This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate and supervise operations in your chosen field of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Duration
1 semester full-time
Course Code
AHC40920
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Land a lead role in conservation

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate and supervise operations in your chosen field of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

As part of this course you will undertake three units that have been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.

All of our classes have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers.

You may be able to attain a dual qualification, adding the Certificate IV in Horticulture to this Certificate IV, by enrolling in additional units.

What you will learn

  • Plan the implementation of revegetation works
  • Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration
  • Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals
  • Define the pest problem
  • Sample soils and interpret results
  • Maintain Work Health and Safety processes
  • Control weeds
  • Transport, handle and store chemicals
  • Prepare and apply chemicals to control weeds, pests and diseases

Career pathways

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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. Job titles may include:

  • Landcare Supervisor
  • Conservation Worker
  • Weed Management Supervisor
  • Lands, Parks and Wildlife Park Ranger

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.