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Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
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AHC60422
You have led the protection of our natural world. Your expertise in regional resource management and ecological strategy is a vital asset to the conservation sector. We are currently building RTO partnerships for this qualification and invite you to register your interest to be notified when the recognition pathway is available.
About This Qualification
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for individuals working in regional and senior management roles in conservation and ecosystem management. Individuals with this qualification analyse, design and execute judgements using wide ranging technical, conceptual and skills and knowledge. Their knowledge base may be highly specialised or broad within the conservation and ecosystem management field. These individuals are often accountable for group outcomes and the overall performance of a conservation and ecosystem management workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
AHC60422
Training Package
AHC — Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package
AQF Level
Advanced Diploma
Total Units
8 (0 core + 8 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Natural Resource Manager | Developing and managing large-scale resource conservation plans while advising interest groups on environmental sustainability. |
| Senior Park Ranger | Managing visitors, staff, and wildlife schemes across multiple national parks, nature reserves, or recreational areas. |
| Landcare Manager | Overseeing the strategic restoration of natural areas and managing complex environmental protection projects at a regional level. |
| Environmental Officer | Conducting high-level investigations and advising on nature protection issues to ensure sound management practices are in place. |
| Land Management Unit Supervisor | Allocating personnel to land management tasks and controlling finances for major conservation contracts. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
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RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
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What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓A comprehensive CV detailing senior management experience in conservation
- ✓Position descriptions for regional manager or senior ranger roles
- ✓Records of employment and professional references
Strategic Planning
- ✓Regional resource management plans or ecological management strategies
- ✓Business plans developed for conservation or land management units
- ✓Policy and procedure documents for environment and sustainability
Operations & Risk
- ✓Biosecurity emergency incident plans or agribusiness risk assessments
- ✓Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting (MER) program frameworks
- ✓Evidence of managing policy implementation and legislative compliance
Financial & Human Resources
- ✓Managed budgets and financial plans for large-scale projects
- ✓Human resource management records and staff performance reviews
- ✓Contract specifications and financial control documents
Cultural & Community Engagement
- ✓Records of consultation with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander organisations
- ✓Community program designs and stakeholder engagement reports
- ✓Conservation strategies for cultural resources on country
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
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