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Qualification
College Certificate in Wildlife and Conservation
Dates & Times
2011/12 dates
12 week course (Fridays), starts
2/3/12
09.15am - 4.45pm
Awarding Body.
Kingston Maurward College
reception@kmc.ac.uk
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Kingston Maurward College,
Dorchester,
Dorset
DT2 8PY
Tel. 01305 215215
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Department :
Academy of Countryside Management
Tutor :
Tom Goss
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Is it right for me?
Anyone interested in gaining a wider knowledge of wildlife and conservation within a range of habitats will enjoy this course. Includes visits to see Dorset's unique wildlife and talks by prominent local ecologists and wildlife specialists.
What will I be learning about?
- Ecosystem description and analysis
- Species interactions
- Farming and conservation
- Countryside legislation and access including CRoW 2000
- Identification of flora and fauna
- Visits to a range of Dorset habitats
- National and international case studies on wildlife conservation
What's Required?
Minimum age 16 years. Interest and enthusiasm. Ability to write short reports. Tetanus protection is recommended.
Minimum Age : 16
How will I be assessed?
Assignment. Species identification tests.
What is next?
Full time courses: Level 3 Diploma in Countryside Management. Other part-time courses: hedgelaying, drystone walling, chainsaws, Level 2 or 3 Work-based Diploma in Environmental Conservation.