Environmental Courses




Over 25 courses to understand how to manage the environment ranging from
climate science to wildlife ecology and conservation, with a strong
focus on horticulture practices that promote biodiversity and ecosystem health.



  
ADVANCED CERTIFICATE IN ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

Qualify in environmental management - elective options: specialise in environmental consulting, wilderness management, ecotourism etc. Understand horticultural ...

9 modules
900 hours
Advanced Certificate
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ALTERNATIVE (RENEWABLE) ENERGY

Study renewable energy with this extensive 100 hour course. Understand the physics, mechanics and logistics that underpin the renewable energy industry. Learn w...

8 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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CERTIFICATE IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

Gain skills, knowledge and a qualification to commence work or start a business in the environmental industries. A first step to consulting or environmental man...

6 modules
600 hours
Certificate
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CERTIFICATE IN ENVIRONMENTAL SURVEYING

Learn and work in environmental surveying, assessment and management in this is a rapidly expanding industry. A 600 hour, foundation certificate course.

6 modules
600 hours
Certificate
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CERTIFICATE IN HORTICULTURE (NATURE PARK MANAGEMENT) (VHT002)

Learn to work in or manage nature reserves, wildlife parks, zoos and wilderness areas. Also study the fundamental horticultural skills needed to manage these re...

700 hours
Certificate
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CERTIFICATE IN WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT VEN003

Learn and understand the fundamentals of wildlife conservation and management as well as ecology, environmental assessment and more. Learn about caring for Wild...

600 hours
Certificate
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CLIMATE SCIENCE II - Weather Forecasting

Learn to predict probable weather conditions using scientific tools and techniques. Understanding weather is important to many sectors including horticulture wh...

8 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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CLlMATE SCIENCE I

Learn climate science and applications to understand climatology and climate change. Better manage the urban and rural environments in horticulture, agriculture...

8 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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CONSERVATION and ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT BEN201

Study environmental conservation with this extensive 100 hour foundation course. Covers ecology, soils, water, vegetation, animal & marine conservation etc. -...

8 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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EARTH SCIENCE - BEN204

Learn about rocks and minerals, geology, what affects the earths climate and oceans. Sustainable plant production requires integrating soil science and geology ...

9 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT

Do you want to work as Environmental Consultant? With this course you will learn to conduct an environmental assessment and produce a report to improve your em...

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

Learn about chemical testing, air pollution, managing contaminants in the soil, air and water. In this course, you'll study types of chemicals used in the envir...

8 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES VEN100

Learn about the environment - its components and how they fit together. Understanding ecological principles helps horticulturists grow healthier plants, manage ...

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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ENVIRONMENTAL WASTE MANAGEMENT BEN202

Understand domestic and industrial waste and ways of recycling. This relates to sustainable waste management in horticulture, leading to career opportunities in...

6 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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INTRODUCTION TO ECOLOGY BEN101

Study ecology and enhance a career in applied biology or horticulture or develop a foundation for further studies.

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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MARINE STUDIES I

Marine science helps us understand ocean ecosystems, their animal life, and importance for a healthy planet, which is also a consideration for sustainable horti...

9 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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NATURE PARK MANAGEMENT I

Study parks management of wilderness areas and conservation parks and work in nature parks. Study more than the ecological principles - this course covers that ...

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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NATURE PARK MANAGEMENT II

Study Park Management online; 100 hour course developed by professionals with years of experience as park managers.

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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PLANT CONSERVATION

Learn essential aspects of plant conservation, at home by distance education

9 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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PLANT ECOLOGY BSC305

Study plant ecology at home, to better use and manage plants in gardens or the wild. Understand how plants can be grown in different environments.

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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PRIMATE ANIMALS

Study taxonomy, behaviour, biology and management of primates in the wild or captivity.

10 lessons
100 hours
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 2500 HOUR LEARNING BUNDLE for HORTICULTURE (PARKS)

Parks Management course developed in 1995 and revised annually; by John Mason, former Municipal Parks Director, fellow Parks and Leisure Australia

25 modules
2500 hours
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TREES FOR REHABILITATION (LANDCARE REAFFORESTATION)

Landscape Restoration Course - Trees for land Rehabilitation via distance learning and correspondence. Learn about propagation, planting, establishment and muc...

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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WATER CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT

Learn to manage and conserve water. 100 hour course. Start a career or business; or lay a foundation for further studies.

100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Learn to manage and conserve wildlife. Understand the threats facing a variety of habitats and how to best manage, preserve, and restore them. This course cover...

10 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT

Learn to manage wildlife populations, behaviour and wellbeing, to work with animals in the wild or captivity.

9 lessons
100 hours
Statement of Attainment
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