Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Upgrade your skills and knowledge of environmental sustainability with this advanced-level course, and make a world of difference in your career. The Diploma of Conservation and  Ecosystem Management reflects the role of personnel working in management positions with technical level skills in conservation and land management roles.According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as environmental scientists is growing strongly. This large occupation includes roles such as park ranger, conservation officer, and environmental consultant. According to the latest job figures, there will likely be around 14,000 job openings in this area over the next five years. In this course you'll obtain knowledge and practical skills in the management of flora, the classification of plant life, and conducting biological surveys. You will also learn how to be an effective manager in the conservation and land management industry, and develop skills such as natural area restoration, developing management plans, and data collection and management. Our highly experienced team of industry professionals will give you the personal support and expert guidance needed to focus and refine your career.Successful completion of this course will prepare you for many different career opportunities in the field of conservation and land management around the country including natural resource manager, bush regenerator, park and wildlife manager, and senior ranger. This course also provides a stepping stone to further study. At TAFE Queensland we work in partnership with a number of universities, providing a pathway to higher education. In many cases completing one of our diplomas will give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.[104852B]