AHC40924 Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Launch your career in environmental protection and biosecurity
Are you interested in protecting ecosystems and restoring the natural environment? Would you love a career working in nature? Get job ready skills to identify flora and fauna and carry out site inspections and field surveillance to address environmental and biosecurity issues, and more.
Overview
Campus Batavia Coast Maritime Institute
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Australia has a wide variety of natural environments, and with this qualification you could have a career where you will have a direct impact on their future.
This training will give you knowledge of land conservation and ecosystems, including how to identify flora and fauna and carry out site inspections and field surveillance to address environmental and biosecurity emergencies and general deterioration.
The course also covers pest problems; restoration works; revegetation and restoration; culturally significant places; conservation earthworks; and community advocation. It's ideal for anyone with experience in this area who wants to upskill to open up new career opportunities, or as a starting point for those seeking a career in conservation.
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Available all year round, 2025
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twelve (12) units of competence, comprising two (2) core and ten (10) 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 |
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| AHCECR308 Conduct a site inspection for ecological restoration | $341.60 | $102.90 | $0.00 |
| AHCWHS402 Maintain workplace health and safety processes | $317.20 | $95.55 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
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$195.20 | $58.80 | $0.00 |
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$268.40 | $80.85 | $0.00 |
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$170.80 | $51.45 | $0.00 |
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$439.20 | $132.30 | $0.00 |
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$292.80 | $88.20 | $0.00 |
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$341.60 | $102.90 | $0.00 |
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$390.40 | $117.60 | $0.00 |
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$439.20 | $132.30 | $0.00 |
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$268.40 | $80.85 | $0.00 |
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$195.20 | $58.80 | $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