AHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Experience some of nature's greatest gifts and learn how best to preserve them.
The Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management provides participants with a solid understanding of the conservation and land management industry.
Overview
Campus Karratha
When Available all year
Study Mode On Campus
Students can elect to focus on Indigenous land management, conservation earthworks, lands, parks and wildlife, or natural area management.
Throughout this course, students will complete written assignments and work in teams to undertake programs that assist in maintaining the natural environment. Participants will gain practical skills in occupational health and safety, fire management, biodiversity surveying, mapping and understanding remote operations.
PLEASE NOTE: An updated version of this Qualification is being introduced in 2025. As we are committed to providing you with industry ready Qualifications, new students will be enrolled in the latest version.
Throughout the course, you will gain skills in:
- Conducting ecological and cultural site inspections
- Reading and interpreting maps
- Application and transportation of chemicals
- Treating pest, disease and weeds
- Coordinating work site activities and implement property repairs and construction
- Construct and repair tracks and fire breaks
- Maintaining native ecosystems
- Collecting native seeds
- You want to gain entry to or progress you career in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry
- You are a trainee or employee working in the Conservation and Land Management industry
- You have experience with 4WD vehicles for training
- You have reasonable physical ability and strength to be able change 4WD tyres and perform minor vehicle maintenance
- Enjoyment of practical work and working in varied weather conditions outdoor
- Enjoyment of nature and the outdoors
- A passion for conservation, ecosystems and the environment
- High fitness levels and able to carry out manual work
The course is delivered both on campus for theoretical components as well as off site on country such as remote Indigenous communities or students work sites.
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Available all year, 2026
Details
Course fees
| Tuition | Resource | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $2,681.25 | $432.85 | $3,114.10 |
| Concession | $800.25 | $432.85 | $1,233.10 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2026.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Units
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCECR309 | Conduct an ecological and cultural site inspection prior to works |
| AHCWHS302 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals |
| AHCCHM307 | Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases |
| AHCECR301 | Maintain native ecosystem areas |
| AHCECR305 | Collect native seed |
| AHCECR310 | Implement assisted regeneration works |
| AHCPCM303 | Identify plant specimens |
| AHCPCM306 | Provide information on plants and their culture |
| AHCPMG301 | Control weeds |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCPMG305 | Survey pests |
| AHCPMG307 | Apply animal trapping techniques |
| AHCWRK317 | Coordinate work site activities |
| AHCWRK320 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCNSY313 | Implement a propagation plan |