AHC31424
Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

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Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

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Course overview

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Locations

North
Alanvale

North West
Burnie

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Full-time
Part-time

Study type

Apprentices/Trainees
Mixed Learning
Workplace

2026 Tuition fees

Subsidised $ 2,730.00
Concession* $ 410.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Combine your passion for Conservation and Ecosystem Management with this nationally recognised qualification and gain a vocational outcome in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry.

This qualification provides the skills and theoretical and practical knowledge for work or further learning in the conservation and ecosystem management sector. Work roles in this sector can cover a broad range of skills, or can be focussed on one or more specialisations.

Individuals with this qualification perform a range of conservation and ecosystem management activities including site restoration and rehabilitation, management of national parks and reserves, biosecurity and biodiversity. They contribute to the preservation and maintenance of wildlife and their habitat in the natural ecosystem.

Your core training will also cover work health and safety practices and ecological and cultural site inspections, and you will have the opportunity to gain practical hands-on experience in a range of conservation, restoration and ecosystem management activities. On successful completion of this course you will be equipped with the skills you need to seek employment across a wide variety of roles in the conservation and ecosystem management industry.

On successful completion of this course you will be equipped with the skills you need to seek employment across a wide variety of roles in the Conservation and Ecosystem Management industry.

Information Sessions

Campus	Date	Location	Times
North
Alanvale	Monday, 27th Oct 2025	G Block, Room G1.17, 54a Alanvale Road, Newnham	5pm
Alanvale	Tuesday, 28th Oct 2025	H Block, Room H1.12, 54a Alanvale Road, Newnham	9am
North West
Burnie	Monday, 27th Oct 2025	F Block , Meet in Foyer, Room, 41 Mooreville Road, Burnie	9am
Burnie	Thursday, 30th Oct 2025	F Block , Meet in Foyer, Room, 41 Mooreville Road, Burnie	4:30pm
South
Clarence	Monday, 27th Oct 2025	K Block, Level 2, Room Room K3.02, 4a Bounty Street, Warrane	9am
Clarence	Thursday, 30th Oct 2025	K Block, Level 2, Room Room K3.02, 4a Bounty Street, Warrane	4:30pm

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Alanvale	2 Jan 2025 - 11 Dec 2026	Part-time Enrol at any time provided you have employment at a suitable industry-specific workplace and working with an appropriately experienced/qualified person. You will have workplace-based visits and may have scheduled campus-based training.	Mixed Learning	Apply now
South
Clarence	2 Jan 2025 - 11 Dec 2026	Part-time Enrol at any time provided you have employment at a suitable industry-specific workplace and working with an appropriately experienced/qualified person. You will have workplace-based visits and may have scheduled campus-based training.	Mixed Learning	Apply now
North West
Burnie	2 Jan 2025 - 11 Dec 2026	Part-time Enrol at any time provided you have employment at a suitable industry-specific workplace and working with an appropriately experienced/qualified person. You will have workplace-based visits and may have scheduled campus-based training.	Mixed Learning	Apply now

Entry

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

As part of the application process, and before being offered a place in the course, a member of our Team will contact you to discuss if this course aligns with your goals and aspirations, and to ensure that you are fully informed and understand the course requirements. This does not apply to apprentices and trainees.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a AHC31424 - Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
AHCECR309	Conduct an ecological and cultural site inspection prior to works
AHCWHS302	Contribute to workplace health and safety processes

Elective units
AHCBIO303	Apply biosecurity measures
AHCCHM304	Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307	Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
AHCECR301	Maintain native ecosystem areas
AHCECR305	Collect native seed
AHCECR307	Read and interpret maps
AHCFAU302	Identify fauna in the field
AHCLPW310	Supervise park visitor activities
AHCLPW313	Undertake sampling and testing of water
AHCMOM202	Operate tractors
AHCMOM207	Conduct front-end loader operations
AHCMOM213	Operate and maintain chainsaws
AHCMOM216	Operate side by side utility vehicles
AHCMOM217	Operate quad bikes
AHCMOM302	Perform machinery maintenance
AHCMOM304	Operate machinery and equipment
AHCNSY207	Undertake propagation activities
AHCPCM204	Recognise plants
AHCPCM303	Identify plant specimens
AHCPMG301	Control weeds
AHCPMG302	Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCWRK320	Apply environmentally sustainable work practices
CPPSSI3011	Produce basic maps
FWPCOT2266	Operate brush cutter
FWPCOT3325	Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads
FWPCOT3326	Recover four wheel drive vehicle
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid

Career opportunities

Indigenous land management
Ecological restoration
Local Government Workers
Invasive weeds officer
Natural Resource management
Land, parks and wildlife management
Mined land rehabilitation
Summer ranger

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Career opportunities

Indigenous land management
Ecological restoration
Local Government Workers
Invasive weeds officer
Natural Resource management
Land, parks and wildlife management
Mined land rehabilitation
Summer ranger

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AHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Course overview

Locations

Attendance options

Study type

2026 Tuition fees

Information Sessions

Locations, dates & times

Career opportunities

Career opportunities

We’re here to help…

AHC31424
Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management