Program Overview

Dual - Certificates III in Marine Habitat Conservation and Restoration & Conservation and Ecosystem Management

National Code

11247NAT & AHC31421

CRICOS Code

D & H

Course Duration

Project Based 40 Weeks
School Duration 50 Weeks

Course Units

30 Units

Course Information

Course Units

• AHC31421 Certificate III in Conservation & Ecosystem Management Units
  • AHCECR309 Conduct an ecological and cultural site inspection prior to works
  • AHCWHS302 Contribute to work health and safety processes
  • AHCECR301 Maintain native ecosystem areas
  • AHCECR302 Collect and preserve biological samples
  • AHCECR307 Read and interpret maps
  • AHCBIO303 Apply biosecurity measures
  • AHCPMG307 Apply animal trapping techniques
  • AHCECR304 Undertake direct seeding
  • AHCECR303 Implement biological reintroduction works
  • AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
  • AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
• 11247NAT Certificate III in Marine Habitat Conservation and Restoration Units
  • MHCENV001 Provide information on coastal marine projects
  • BSBCMM411 Make presentations
  • MHCCRN006 Take measurement of individual corals
  • MHCCRN001 Plan a coral nursery restoration project
  • MHCCRN005 Present information regarding coral and reef conservation
  • MHCSRN002 Undertake clam seeding
  • MHCENV002 Participate in planning marine environmental assessment
  • PSPGEN096 Use workplace communication strategies
  • MHCCON001 Plan for environmental conservation and restoration projects
  • AHCWRK315 Respond to emergencies
  • MHCMON002 Perform line & belt transects for environmental monitoring
  • MHCMON003 Install diversity enhancers
  • MHCMON004 Perform benthic monitoring
  • MHCMON001 Survey and report on fish population
• Shared Units
  • AHCECR306 Conduct photography for fieldwork
  • MHCCON002 Use tools to carry out basic tasks in marine conservation work
  • MHCCON003 Install diversity enhancers
  • MHCMCP012 Take part in mangrove conservation project
  • MHCCDR014 Participate in coastal dunes restoration

Course Description

Our dual qualifications program offers a unique opportunity to acquire two (2) essential qualifications on Ecosystem Management and Marine Conservation. This comprehensive course empowers students to become proficient in terrestrial, coastal and marine ecosystems.

Embark on a transformative journey that combines the depth of coastal conservation expertise with the vital marine habitat restoration skills needed to protect our planet’s precious ecosystems. By joining this program, students can become dedicated professionals committed to sustainable conservation and marine restoration efforts.

AHC31421 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

This qualification provides a foundation in environmental science, sustainable practices and costal and land management techniques. Students will learn the skills and knowledge of diverse field of conservation and gain the skills to protect and preserve our natural environment. Graduates of this course will be engaged in diverse activities, from revitalising degraded sites and renewing ecosystems to safeguarding wildlife and their habitats.

11247NAT Certificate III in Marine Habitat Conservation and Restoration

The world’s first Marine Habitat Conservation & Restoration Accredited Certificate in Australia. The Marine Habitat Conservation & Restoration is a one of-its-kind VET accredited course with practical and theoretical activities and vocational placements in both marine conservation and restoration projects.

Graduates of this course will be engaged in the monitoring of marine environments, in manipulation of corals, in activities with the public relating to marine restoration, and in conservation and restoration operations. They will operate monitoring equipment, collect samples, construct marine nurseries, and manipulate corals towards their growth elsewhere.

Career Outcomes

• Marine Field Assistant
• Education officer assistant
• Environmental consultant assistant
• Field Technician
• Public liaison assistant in the marine conservation field
• Conservation worker – parks and wildlife
• Earthworks conservation worker
• Ecosystem restoration worker
• Indigenous land management
• Parks and Wildlife services worker
• Marine field assistant
• Environmental Monitoring Assistant
• Coastal Restoration Assistant
• Coral Restoration Assistant