AHC21024 Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Get the practical skills to make a real impact in conservation. Develop the expertise to maintain and restore natural environments and ecosystems.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs(opens in a new tab) for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How On campus
Get started on your career in the conservation and ecosystem management industry
Passionate about the environment and looking to start a hands-on career in conservation? The Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management provides the essential skills to help protect and restore natural landscapes.
No prior experience is required, making this a great opportunity—especially if you're currently unemployed or looking for a fresh start in the industry. Our courses are delivered by highly experienced lecturers and supported with extensive resources to ensure you gain practical, job-ready skills.
This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to gain employment in the conservation and ecosystem management industry, including opportunities with weed management companies, native revegetation nurseries, local councils, and organisations in the mining, horticulture, and landscaping sectors.
You can give your career a boost by achieving a triple qualification!
Enrolling in an additional unit, you can achieve a triple qualification that includes: ✅ Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management ✅ Certificate II in Landscaping ✅ Certificate II in Horticulture
This is an excellent way to expand your expertise and increase your job opportunities in the environmental and land management sectors.
This qualification will allow you to develop a broad range of trade level skills and knowledge including:
- Ecological restoration work
- Identifying plants
- Treat weeds and treat pests, diseases and disorders
- Plant trees and shrubs
- Operate basic machinery and equipment
- Construct low-profile timber or modular retaining wall
- Install aggregate paths
- Operate basic machinery and equipment
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy nature and outdoor work that includes working in varied weather conditions outdoors
- Comfortable working in a physical environment
- Fit and enjoy manual labour and physical work
- Able to work as a part of team
- Problem solving skills
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $25.00 |
| AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | $40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $46.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $20.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $20.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
|
|
$38.88 | $11.52 | $35.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $35.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $41.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $30.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have 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.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $25.00 |
| AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | $40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $46.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $20.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $20.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
|
|
$38.88 | $11.52 | $35.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $35.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $41.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $30.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have 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.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $25.00 |
| AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | $40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $46.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $20.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $20.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
|
|
$38.88 | $11.52 | $35.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $35.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $41.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $30.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have 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.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes | $56.70 | $16.80 | $25.00 |
| AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | $40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $46.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $20.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $35.00 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $20.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $46.00 |
|
|
$38.88 | $11.52 | $35.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $35.00 |
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $41.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $30.00 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $30.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have 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.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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