Diploma of Conservation and Land Management

Comments about Diploma of Conservation and Land Management - On Campus - Rosebud - Victoria

• Objectives
  This program is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to gain employment in the conservation/land management field. It is aimed at technical and supervisory skills for bushland, park management and weed and vertebrate pest control. It builds on skills of the Certificate IV.
• Entry requirements
  Industry Certificate III Certificate IV Mature age
• Academic Title
  Diploma of Conservation and Land Management
• Course description
  Course Outline
  This program is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to gain employment in the conservation/land management field. It is aimed at technical and supervisory skills for bushland, park management and weed and vertebrate pest control. It builds on skills of the Certificate IV.
  
  To successfully complete the Diploma, participants must complete 10 units of competency. Within the training for these competencies, learners may gain skills that will give them competencies from Certificate II, III or IV. These will be recorded in the statement of results issued at the end of each academic year. Industry based learning including project work for local councils and Mornington Peninsula and Westernport Biosphere Committee. Some over night trips to French Island occur throughout the year.
  
  Applicants must be willing to participate in field based, off campus activities. Students must be prepared to take part in all weather conditions and comply with OH&S req (work boots). Students may enter the Diploma on individual background (prior study)
  
  Campus
  Rosebud
  Cranbourne
  
  When Does The Course Start?
  February
  
  Study Modes
  Full Time and Part Time
  946 hours
  FT: 24-30 hours per week
  Part is up to the student depending on what hours suit them per week.
  
  What Entrance Requirements Are There?
  Employed in the industry
  Certificate III and Certificate IV
  Mature Age Entry or relevant Certificate IV qualification
  
  How Will I Be Selected?
  Questionnaire and Interview
  
  Are There Any Other Special Requirements?
  Applicants must be willing to work outdoors in all conditions
  
  How Should I Apply?
  Apply directly to Chisholm
  
  Is There An Information Session?
  You may need to attend an information session
  
  Is There An Interview?
  Interview will be required
  
  Study Area Summary / Subjects / Modules
  River Restoration; Biological Survey Techniques; Land Management; Pest Management; Fauna Populations; Management Plans
  
  Assessment Methods
  Prac and Theory
  Cost
  
  Employment Opportunities
  Bushland crew leader, facilitating environmental groups and projects
  Resource Management
  Landcare or Coastcare Coordinator
  Bushland Restoration
  
  Further Education Opportunities and Articulation to Other Courses
  University degree courses in conservation and land management
  Deakin Uni, Monash, LaTrobe & Ballarat Uni
  Ecosystems and Biodiversity
  
  RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
  Where applicants can show evidence of prior qualification or experience in a related field, they may apply for RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning).
  There is an opportunity to apply for recognition to be given for:
  • Previous study
  • Knowledge
  • Skills resulting from work or life experience relevant to the course.
  
  Support Services
  Support is available to students in a range of areas including Study Skills, Personal Counselling, Careers Advice and Disability Support. Contact Student Advisory Services for more details.

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