Conservation and Land Management

Grow a career in landscaping

This qualification will assist you to gain employment in the landscaping, horticulture, and conservation and land management industry. You'll gain the practical skills and knowledge require to work in landscaping roles in domestic, commercial and/or industrial settings.

You do not need to have any prior experience and this may be a great option if you are currently registered as unemployed and/or referred by community agencies.. 
All of our classes have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers.

You will learn skills to maintain and construct domestic and commercial landscapes and recreational landscape structures.

You may be able to attain a triple qualification adding the Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, and Certificate II in Horticulture, to this Certificate by enrolling in additional units.

Gain these skills

Develop trade level skills and knowledge such as

• laying paving
• constructing low profile modular or timber retaining walls
• installing aggregate paths
• identifying plants
• treating weeds, pests and diseases
• planting trees and shrubs
• operate basic machinery and equipment

Land a lead role in conservation

Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to lead and coordinate conservation and land management activities. You will learn about the various areas of the industry such as land management, natural resource management, mine site rehabilitation, forestry and national parks.

This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade skills and a broad knowledge of the industry prior to undertaking higher level roles in the conservation and land management.

Gain these skills:

• conduct site inspections for ecological restoration works and plan the implementation of revegetation
• produce land management maps
• recommend plants and cultural practices
• identify pests and develop pest management plans for the natural area
• safely prepare, apply, transport and store chemicals,
• treat weeds, plant pests and disorders

Get started on your career in conservation and ecosystem management

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to assist with a range of tasks to maintain and restore natural and cultural places and farmland. 

You will also be able to choose from a range of subjects that include working with plants and animals, construction and maintenance, using machinery and equipment, and managing resources. You will be able to focus your studies in different areas which include conservation earthworks, Indigenous land management, lands, parks and wildlife, natural area restoration and management, weed management and vertebrate pest management.

Gain these skills: 

• operating machinery
• recognising flora and fauna
• planting shrubs and trees 
• organising propagation 
• restoring and maintaining wildlife habitat refuges
• treating weeds
• safely handling chemicals
• implementing workplace safety and health measures

Cultivate a bright future for yourself and others

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to manage conservation and land management activities.

You will learn about the various areas of the industry such as land management, natural resource management, mine site rehabilitation, forestry and national parks. You will also learn skills in managing projects, programs and staff as they relate to your chosen area/s of specialisation.