Overview
The Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management will provide you with a thorough understanding of environmental science, conservation issues and the skills and knowledge required for managing wildlife and their habitats.
Career opportunities, include:
- indigenous land manager
- working in ecosystem restoration, rehabilitation and renewal
- conservation works
- parks manager
- wildlife manager
- marine and/or coastal management.
Pathways to further study:
- Bachelor of Science (Forest Science)
- Bachelor of Agriculture
Studying the Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management at Holmesglen
As an integral part of the course you will be provided with a broad base of technical and practical skills which incorporates field work and on-site training.
In agreement with public land management entities, you will be given the opportunity to train on-site in natural area restoration programs, which will assist you in your professional development, leading towards a career as a land manager.
Course structure
TImetable: 3 days per week, Monday, Thursday and Friday: 9am to 4pm
To receive this qualification you must complete 10 elective units. Elective units have been chosen by Holmesglen based on feedback from industry.
Units
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| Unit code |
Name |
| AHCNRM510 |
Develop a water quality monitoring program |
| AHCECR502 |
Conduct biological surveys |
| AHCPCM510 |
Collect and classify plants |
| AHCECR503 |
Design an ecological restoration project |
| AHCECR504 |
Manage implementation of ecological restoration programs |
| AHCFIR503 |
Plan and evaluate burning for fuel, ecological and cultural resource management |
| AHCLPW506 |
Develop a management plan for a designated area |
| AHCFAU501 |
Manage fauna populations |
| AHCPMG413 |
Define the pest problem |
| AHCNRM509 |
Develop a coastal rehabilitation strategy |
| Code | Name |
|---|
| AHCNRM510 | Develop a water quality monitoring program |
| AHCECR502 | Conduct biological surveys |
| AHCPCM510 | Collect and classify plants |
| AHCECR503 | Design an ecological restoration project |
| AHCECR504 | Manage implementation of ecological restoration programs |
| AHCFIR503 | Plan and evaluate burning for fuel, ecological and cultural resource management |
| AHCLPW506 | Develop a management plan for a designated area |
| AHCFAU501 | Manage fauna populations |
| AHCPMG413 | Define the pest problem |
| AHCNRM509 | Develop a coastal rehabilitation strategy |
Assessment
Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
COVID-19 vaccination requirements
Please refer to our coronavirus update page to view current vaccine requirements.
Recognition of prior learning
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.
Outcomes
Qualification and recognition
On completion, you will receive AHC51120 Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
How to apply
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Recruitment
Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.
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Fees
| Tuition fees (GST exempt) |
Cost |
|
| Full Fee | $17,172 | |
| Government subsidised | $9,699 | |
| Mandatory Materials and Activities fees * (GST inc) |
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| Materials fee | $0 | |
| Activities fee | $450 | |
*Mandatory Materials and Activities fees are still payable by all students including students who may be eligible for Government subsidised fees. Materials and Activities fees are not covered by VET Student Loans.
**Additional costs may also apply for course consumable and other costs. These may include consumables such as learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing and other costs such as immunisation costs, National Police Check and Working with Children Check for relevant courses. To view the additional costs that apply for each course, download a full list of estimated additional costs by course (PDF - 102kb).
All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession
.
VET Student Loans are available to eligible student to pay for tuition fees for this course. Read more about VET Student Loans.