Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2026
Campus
Windermere Campus
If you're passionate about the environment and enjoy working outdoors this year-long course will kick-start your career in conservation. You'll learn about ecology, conservation management planning, maintaining personal and public health and safety, teamwork and more. The learning is hands-on and gives you a great range of skills including how to drive quad bikes and light utility vehicles, operate and maintain a chainsaw, use agrichemicals and manage pest control, and build and maintain tracks, fences and other conservation facilities.
To be admitted to this course, applicants must meet the following general admission requirements:
NCEA Level 2 with passes in English/Te Reo Māori or education achievement at least equivalent to NCEA Level 2
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