Gippsland. With its great environmental diversity, ranging from alpine environments to extensive coastal areas along its southern edge, the region is known for its breath-taking mountain landscapes, diverse range of flora and fauna and high quality of water in its rivers and streams. A place worth preserving.
Protecting the environment is front of mind and top of agenda for many organisations around the world, not just on days like World Environment Day, but every day. You could say, there’s never been a better time to get in on the eco-action and start playing a bigger role in protecting Mother Nature from the front line.
A group of conservation and ecosystem management students enjoy their day in the field.
Explore the world of conservation
No science degree, you say? No problem! At TAFE Gippsland, you can explore a biome of environmental career fields in our food, fibre and conservation industry.
Program Manager Agriculture, Horticulture & Conservation Dr Kimberly Damsma said if you’re passionate about the environment, a qualification in conservation and ecosystem management will set you on a path to a fulfilling career working in the great outdoors.
“You can learn all about fauna habitat management, mine site rehabilitation, bushland fire management and ecological restoration in a Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management – all increasingly important issues facing our immediate environment here in Gippsland,” Kimberly said.
“Wherever your passion lies, you’ll be able to start playing a part in conserving our planet in a variety of ways including natural area management, Indigenous lands management, parks and wildlife roles and project firefighting. You’ll be able to get outdoors and practice your team skills while learning navigation techniques, plant identification, water sampling and testing and photography for monitoring and recording information.”
Benefits of working in conservation and ecosystem management
Working in conservation and ecosystem management offers those who are passionate about the environment a variety of ways in which they can make a positive impact.
Here are our top five benefits:
Work in a variety of roles: Conservation organisations employ people from different backgrounds and with different skill sets. From biology to the economy, there’ll be something that piques your industry in this evergreen industry.
Make a difference: You’ll be able to contribute to the protection and preservation of places and species around the world, ensuring the health of our ecosystems for future generations.
Work in diverse environments: Nature conservation offers a range of work environments indoors and out, including forests, wetlands, mountains and marine ecosystems.
Pursue your passion: Make a career out of something you love. Working in conservation management offers you an opportunity to work with your values and contribute to a cause that’s important to you.
Make an impact: Whether you work as a wildlife officer, conservation manager, park ranger or soil conservation specialist, the work you do in nature conservation can have a direct and long-lasting impact on the planet.
Gaining hands-on skills in the field.
TAFE Gippsland courses in conservation and ecosystem management
So, the good news is that there are plenty of roles within the field of nature conservation that don’t require a scientific background. In fact, the conservation industry relies on a diverse range of professionals so, if that’s your passion, then consider a conservation and ecosystem management qualification at TAFE Gippsland to help you pursue it.
Find out more and apply today!
Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Gaining skills in the classroom, learning how to identify weeds.