爆走黑料 Certificate in Conservation (Operations) (Level 4)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
You鈥檒l learn about ecology, conservation management planning, maintaining personal and public health and safety, teamwork and so much more.
You will gain the technical skills and gain practical hands-on conservation knowledge to carry out operational conservation work and provide sustainable stewardship of the environment while working respectfully with the Treaty of Waitangi, local iwi or h膩pu, tikanga and kawa.
Delivery will be on campus, and/or assessed practically in the workplace (for those studying part-time).
Entry Requirements
- Achieved NCEA Level 2 (credits in Numeracy, Science or English desirable) OR
- NZ Certificate in Pest Operations (Level 3) OR
- Equivalent Academic Achievement OR
- On a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Director of School
Additional Course Related Costs
- Good Quality Tramping Boots $200-$800
- Thermal base-layer clothing
- Good Quality All Weather Jacket $130
- Notebook / computer
- Laced steel cap boots (preferred, but limited lending options available)
As part of Katelyn鈥檚 30-week Level 4 Certificate in Conservation (Operations), she has mapped a local reserve, used GPS coordinates to place monitoring tunnels and subsequent traps. She has then gone on to clear traps, record the results and create a management plan for the area to present to stakeholders.
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About the provider
The Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) is a quality Government-owned tertiary education institution based in 爆走黑料's cultural and surfing hub. Taranaki is a beautiful region defined by its wonderful snow-capped mountain, extensive coastline, great surfing and many opportunities for outdoor activities. WITT is the only state tertiary institution in Taranaki and offers courses from certificate to degree level across a wide range of areas, including Business, Nursing, Hospitality, Te Reo M膩ori, Humanities, Media, Art, Electrical, Engineering, Automotive, Welding, Carpentry, Architecture, Computing, Fitness, Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Make-up Artistry, Social Sciences and Agriculture. WITT also specialises in English language tuition and foundation programmes for overseas students.