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AHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management (Ecological Restoration)

AHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management (Ecological Restoration)

National ID AHC31424 State ID AE69

Experience the lay of the land for yourself.

This qualification provides you with the skills and theoretical knowledge for work or further learnings in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry. You’ll gain a specialisation in Ecological Restoration.

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Conservation and ecosystem

Overview

Campus Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

When Available all year round

Study Mode Online

Experience the lay of the land for yourself.

This qualification provides you with the skills and theoretical knowledge for work or further learnings in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry.  You’ll gain a specialisation in Ecological Restoration.

Job opportunities include:

  • Bushland Maintenance Officer: Managing and restoring native vegetation in bushland areas.
  • Environmental Field Technician: Conducting field surveys, collecting data, and assisting in environmental monitoring projects.
  • Conservation Officer: Implementing conservation programs and policies to protect natural resources.
  • Park Ranger: Overseeing the maintenance and protection of national parks and reserves.
  • Land Rehabilitation Worker: Restoring degraded lands, such as former mining sites, to their natural state.
  • Pest Management Technician: Controlling invasive species to preserve native ecosystems.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year round, 2025

Details

When Available all year round, 2025
Where Batavia Coast Maritime Institute
How Self Paced External

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete sixteen (16) units of competence, comprising two (2) core and fourteen (14) elective units selected from the options provided below. 

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
AHCECR309 Conduct an ecological and cultural site inspection prior to works $292.50 $87.30 $0.00
AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes $146.25 $43.65 $0.00

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Transport and store chemicals
$65.00 $19.40 $0.00
Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
$227.50 $67.90 $0.00
Maintain native ecosystem areas
$97.50 $29.10 $0.00
Collect native seed
$113.75 $33.95 $0.00
Implement ecosystem reconstruction works
$260.00 $77.60 $0.00
Identify fauna in the field
$146.25 $43.65 $0.00
Collect, prepare and preserve plant specimens
$78.00 $23.28 $0.00
Identify plant specimens
$260.00 $77.60 $0.00
Provide information on plants and their culture
$130.00 $38.80 $0.00
Control weeds
$97.50 $29.10 $0.00
Monitor weather conditions
$178.75 $53.35 $0.00
Coordinate work site activities
$178.75 $53.35 $0.00
Produce basic maps
$130.00 $38.80 $0.00
Navigate in remote or trackless areas
$81.25 $24.25 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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