About this course
Do you want to work in the field of conservation and ecosystem management?
In this course you will learn how to do practical tasks and understand the theory behind them.
You can choose from different areas of interest, such as:
- leading and managing teams
- working with indigenous communities
- restoring and protecting ecosystems
- controlling pests and weeds
- managing fire risks and impacts.
This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Contact your preferred course provider for course entry requirements.
This course can be done as a traineeship. You’ll get technical knowledge through coursework and hands-on experience through paid work. On completion you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.
To enrol as a trainee, you’ll need:
- a job in a relevant workplace in the same field as your course, and
- an employer willing to sign a Commonwealth Government ‘Training Contract’ and support your learning at work.
To get started:
- contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for information on finding an employer and for ongoing support
- find a course provider that delivers the course as a traineeship.
To get help:
- contact the TAFE and Training Line
- visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page
- visit Apprenticeships Victoria.
Core units
Unit title Unit code Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration AHCECR308 Maintain workplace health and safety processes AHCWHS402 Elective units
Unit title Unit code Plan and supervise control activities on infected premises AHCBER403 Conduct field surveillance for a biosecurity emergency response AHCBER404 Plan and implement a biosecurity program AHCBIO401 Prepare project acquittal AHCBUS403 Cost a project AHCBUS407 Operate within a budget framework AHCBUS408 Report on a project AHCBUS410 Obtain and manage sponsorship AHCCCF417 Contribute to association governance AHCCCF418 Present proposed courses of action at a meeting AHCCCF419 Facilitate ongoing group development AHCCCF420 Develop approaches to include cultural and human diversity AHCCCF421 Coordinate events to support group purpose AHCCCF422 Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals AHCCHM404 Plan and implement a chemical use program AHCCHM405 Supervise ecological restoration works AHCECR401 Plan the implementation of revegetation works AHCECR402 Supervise the monitoring of biodiversity AHCLPW406 Process applications for changes in land use AHCLPW407 Implement land and sea management practices AHCLPW408 Inspect and monitor culturally significant places AHCLPW409 Produce maps for land management purposes AHCLPW410 Supervise landscape project works AHCLSC404 Supervise maintenance of property, machinery and equipment AHCMOM402 Protect places of cultural significance AHCOCM401 Report on place of potential cultural significance AHCOCM402 Contribute to a proposal for a negotiated outcome related to Country AHCOCM403 Record and document Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community history AHCOCM404 Develop work practices to accommodate cultural identity AHCOCM405 Recommend plants and cultural practices AHCPCM404 Plan a plant establishment program AHCPGD404 Implement the pest monitoring and evaluation plan AHCPMG401 Ensure compliance with pest legislation AHCPMG402 Implement a pest management plan AHCPMG409 Develop a pest management plan AHCPMG412 Define the pest problem AHCPMG413 Develop a regional pest management plan AHCPMG501 Investigate a pest control failure AHCPMG502 Develop a system to monitor and evaluate the pest management plan AHCPMG508 Set out conservation earthworks AHCSAW402 Supervise implementation of conservation earthworks plans AHCSAW404 Supervise acid sulphate soil remediation and management projects AHCSOL409 Implement quality assurance procedures AHCWRK404 Develop community networks AHCWRK406 Promote community programs AHCWRK407 Provide information on issues and policies AHCWRK408 Supervise work routines and staff performance AHCWRK409 Analyse and present research information BSBINS401 Lead team effectiveness BSBLDR414 Apply project life cycle management processes BSBPMG428 Undertake project work BSBPMG430 Develop and implement community programs CHCCDE018 Extract, clean, store and despatch tree seeds FWPNSY3002 Provide First Aid HLTAID011 Conduct community consultations LGACOR007 Plan and conduct laboratory/field work MSL913004 Manage conflict at work MSMSUP280 Document simple geological information for a site MSS024032 Support policy implementation PSPPCY014 Liaise with media at a local level PUACOM012 Respond to urban fire PUAFIR203 Respond to wildfire PUAFIR204 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit PUAFIR207 Prevent injury PUAFIR210 Suppress urban fire PUAFIR302 Suppress wildfire PUAFIR303 Conduct simple prescribed burns PUAFIR402 Protect and preserve incident scene PUALAW001 Conduct briefings and debriefings PUAOPE015 Manage a multi-team sector PUAOPE016 Manage minor crocodile incidents in the wild SFICRO401 Capture, transport and release crocodiles SFICRO403 Research and share information on Australian Indigenous cultures SITTGDE019 Prepare specialised interpretive content on flora, fauna and landscape SITTGDE020 Prepare specialised interpretive content on cultural and heritage environments SITTGDE022 Develop interpretive activities SITTPPD013 Provide visitor information SITXCCS010 Provide work skill instruction TAEDEL311 Source goods/services and evaluate contractors TLIR4002
Course providers
This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Waverley (Glen Waverley)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus
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