| Year Level: | Years 11-12 |
| Program Information: | |
| Course Content Description: |
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required for work in a defined context and/or for further study in conservation and ecosystem management. Work would be carried out under general guidance and supervision. The qualification enables individuals to select and develop basic factual, technical and procedural knowledge in conservation and ecosystem management for Indigenous land management, lands, parks and wildlife services and the restoration and rehabilitation of ecosystems. This qualification comprises of the following 15 units of competency: AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes ACHPGD206 Conduct visual inspection of park facilities AHCMOM203 Operate basic machinery and equipment AHCMOM101 Assist with routine maintenance of machinery and equipment AHCWRK101 Maintain the workplace AHCINF203 Maintain properties and structures AHCWRK202 Observe environmental work practices AHCWRK205 Participate in workplace communications AHCWRK209 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCFAU202 Recognise fauna AHCPCM204 Recognise plants AHCILM202 Observe and report plants and animals AHCPCM202 Collect, prepare and preserve plan specimens AHCPGD201 Plant trees and shrubs AHCPGD209 Prune shrubs and trees |
| Recommended Background: | This course is recommended for students who are interested in working in an outdoor environment, value the natural environment, as well as have an interest in the conservation of plants and animals. |
| Mode of Delivery: | Online, Webex lessons. Delivered by SIDE RTO (52891) |
| Textbooks / Stationery: | N/A |
| Certificate Completion: | Contributes to WACE achievement |
| General Pathway: | Lands, Parks and Wildlife Officer, Pest Management Assistant (Feral Animals), Conservation Earthworks Trainee, Landcare Assistant, Conservation Project Assistant, Conservation Earthworks Assistant, Indigenous Land Management Assistant. |
