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Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

National ID: AHC40924 | State ID: BJR0

Land a lead role in conservation

This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate and supervise operations in your chosen field of Conservation and Ecosystem Management.  As part of this course you will undertake three units that have been designed to meet the Department of Health requirements to gain a Pest Management Technician Licence to control weeds and other minor pests in lawns and gardens, landscaping, bushland or minesite rehabilitation.  All of our classes have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers.

Gain these skills

This qualification will allow you to develop a broad range of industry skills and knowledge including:

  • Plan the implementation of revegetation works
  • Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration
  • Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals
  • Define the pest problem
  • Sample soils and interpret results
  • Maintain Work Health and Safety processes
  • Control weeds
  • Transport, handle and store chemicals
  • Prepare and apply chemicals to control weeds, pests and diseases

Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:

Conservation Officer | Park Rangers

This course meets the requirements of a broad range of related industries such as Local Councils, conservation and ecosystem management, landscaping companies, State Government employment and parks and gardens. Job titles may include:

  • Landcare Supervisor
  • Weed Management Supervisor
  • Lands, Parks and Wildlife Park Ranger

Further Study Option(s)

Certificate IV in Horticulture

Course overview

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Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)

Duration: One semester

Competitive: Yes

Selection criteria: No selection criteria

Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) One semester Yes No selection criteria

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Bunbury

Duration: One semester

Competitive: Yes

Selection criteria: No selection criteria

Location Duration Competitive Selection criteria
Bunbury One semester Yes No selection criteria
Last updated on September 11, 2025