This course is designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed within the conservation industry, to enter the work force in either private, local or state government sectors.
Please note: Conservation and Ecosystem Management involves physical labour and students will be required to demonstrate a reasonable level of fitness and mobility.
- conduct ecological and cultural site inspections
- maintain native ecosystems
- Implement biological reintroduction
- implement revegetation and natural area restoration works
- safely prepare, apply, transport and store chemicals,
- treat weeds, plant pests and disorders
- identify plants, collect seed and propagate plants
- operate machinery and workplace safety and health
In order to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, you must take into account the essential skills and knowledge required to undertake this study.
- enjoyment of practical work and working in varied weather conditions outdoors
- a passion for conservation, ecosystems and the environment
- high fitness levels and able to carry out manual work
- enjoyment of nature and the outdoors
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
What you need for your first day of class
On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID, stationery (pen, pencil, exercise book, eraser, ruler, calculator, highlighter, 2 ring binder/lever-arch file, USB storage device and a clipboard for field work).
Uniform requirements
- Steel-capped safety boots (mandatory within all classrooms)
- Collared long-sleeve shirt and work trousers
- Sun hat
- Australian standard eye protection
- Australian standard hearing protection
- Sunblock
- Gardening gloves
Detailed specifics will be advised by your course lecturer at orientation.
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
SM TAFE actively promotes the employment availability of course graduates to key industry partners and organisations. We also seek expressions of interest from organisations for the placement of our students into work experience. We endeavour to assist students into a career pathway, but please be aware that employment is not guaranteed by us.
To access free career planning and job search assistance, visit the Jobs and Skills Centres page.
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All year round
Traineeship
| When | All year round |
| How | Traineeship |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Semester 1, 2023
Murdoch - Full time - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester |
| When | Semester 1, 2023 |
| Where | Murdoch |
| How | On Campus |
Murdoch - Part time - On Campus
Semester 2, 2023
Murdoch - Full time - On Campus
| Duration | 1 Semester |
| When | Semester 2, 2023 |
| Where | Murdoch |
| How | On Campus |