Conservation Training for First Peoples

We’re excited to announce the continuation of a Certificate III program in Conservation and Ecosystem Management (AHC31420, formerly known as the Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management), and we invite you to express your interest in joining this opportunity.

This course is designed to support First Peoples interested in gaining practical skills to work in conservation and land management. It offers accredited training in areas such as cultural fire practices, water management, workplace health and safety, weed control, heritage site protection, applying cultural knowledge, chainsaw operation, plant identification, bush foods cultivation, and threatened species management.

“The adventures, experiences, friendships and knowledgeable people I met throughout the course were just amazing, I feel really blessed to have been a part of it.” – Chelsea Cooke, graduate

How to Apply

To get more information or apply; contact the First Peoples team at firstpeoples@tfn.org.au

Opportunity

Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

  • Greater Melbourne area
  • Part-time
  • Study (Free)
About the Course

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you or someone you know, please express your interest or share this information with your networks. We’d love to hear from you!

This course is primarily hands-on, with much of the learning taking place in the field. Elders and local experts play a key role in sharing their knowledge and teaching various topics. In past years, participants have had the opportunity to conduct cultural burns on Country and create bush food gardens.

You can learn more about the course by watching the below video.

When: The course runs two days per week April to April with holidays during school term breaks. The course is structured for Thursday in the classroom and Friday in the field. The course is accredited and delivered in partnership with Holmesglen Institute of TAFE and Traditional Owners.

How Much: The course is free for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Where: The course is completed around the Greater Melbourne area at various locations. Holmesglen TAFE is located in Glen Waverley where students meet every Thursday. Transport will be provided from that site for field days.

Eligibility: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples