Experience some of nature's greatest gifts and learn how best to preserve them.
The Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management provides participants with the fundamental skills vital to succeed in the conservation and land management industry. Participants will gain practical skills in occupational health and safety, fire management, machinery operation and maintenance, fencing and biodiversity practices.
Throughout this course, students will complete written assignments and work in teams to undertake programs that assist in maintaining the natural environment.
This course is not campus based but delivered upon request to a closed group on rural properties across the Kimberley and Pilbara regions. Please contact us for more information.
Throughout this course, students will learn how to:
- Work safely in an agricultural environment
- Install and maintain fencing
- Care for livestock
- Operate tractors and basic machinery
- Control weeds using chemicals
- You want to gain entry to or progress you career in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry
This course is offered by North Regional TAFE to meet a demand for on-country training for employees such as Rangers and workers on rehabilitation sites.
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. For full details see our Half price courses page.
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Students must have access to or be working on a cattle property or business supporting the cattle industry in the Kimberley or Pilbara.
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
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| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCECR201 | Capture digital media for fieldwork |
| AHCFAU202 | Recognise fauna |
| AHCFIR202 | Assist with planned burning |
| AHCILM202 | Observe and report plants or animals |
| AHCINF202 | Install, maintain and repair farm fencing |
| AHCLPW201 | Operate a handheld GPS device |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCPCM204 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPCM205 | Fell small trees |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCWRK312 | Operate in isolated and remote situations |
| PUAFIR210 | Prevent injury |
This qualification prepares you for roles such as:
- Landcare worker
- Conservation support officer
Job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook(opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA(opens in a new tab) .
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Tuition fee* |
Resource fee |
Total fee |
|
General |
$939.60 |
$261.25 |
$1200.85 |
|
Concession |
$278.40 |
$261.25 |
$539.65 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2023
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Delivery locations and study options
Work-based
| Duration | 18 months |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Karratha Campus Minurmarghali Mia Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus Wyndham Campus |
Traineeship
| Duration | 18 months |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Karratha Campus Minurmarghali Mia Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus Wyndham Campus |