Join us for a comprehensive online course followed by a 3-day field experience, designed for anyone passionate about restoring natural habitats and species recovery in the UK. Our course covers the key aspects of rewilding, habitat and countryside management, species reintroduction, habitat and species monitoring techniques and management planning.
Led by experienced ecologists and conservationists, you will gain insight into how nature-led processes can restore our natural ecosystems and learn everything you need to start your own rewilding adventure.
Certificate in Practical Rewilding and Species Recovery
An immersive journey into the restoration of ecosystems and wildlife conservation.
Who is the course aimed at?
Perfect for conservationists, students, rewilders, landowners and nature enthusiasts alike, this course will give you the knowledge and practical experience to contribute to the growing field of rewilding and wildlife restoration.
Course content:
Online Modules (Self-paced):
Dive into essential topics like rewilding, habitat and countryside management and species reintroduction strategies. Courses include:
- Introductory Webinar
- Rewilding *
- Introduction to Ecology*
- Introduction to Conservation Biology*
- Habitat management*
- Habitat Restoration*
- River Restoration*
- Woodland Management for Biodiversity*
- Countryside Management*
- Species Reintroductions and Recovery* MATERIALS COMING SOON
- Management planning (Webinar)
- Funding for rewilding (Webinar)
*online courses – study at home at your own pace.
3-Day Field Course:
Join us in West Devon at Coombeshead Rewilding for an unforgettable experience at this amazing rewilding site owned by Derek Gow, a very well-known rewilder and species reintroduction expert and the man responsible for re-introducing beavers to the UK.
Day 1: Tour of a Rewilding Site – Experience first-hand the work in progress of rewilding a former agricultural desert: witness habitats going wild, meet the wildlife speeding up their transformation and learn about the trials and tribulations of the process. Take part in some practical conservation activities and learn how to create a Habitat and Wildlife restoration management plan.
In the evening, we will go on a Beaver Safari to see how these fantastic ecosystem engineers have transformed the landscape within their enclosure into a flourishing wetland, creating a whole range of new habitats for local wildlife – big and small.
Day 2: Species and Habitat Monitoring Techniques – A hands-on introduction to the tools and methods used by conservation professionals to monitor species and habitats. Techniques will include habitat mapping, butterfly, bird and reptile surveys, and small mammal trapping.
In the evening, we will try out bat detectors and night vision aids to study the bat activity on site and discover why bats are both an indicator of biodiversity and a vital part of a thriving ecosystem.
Day 3: Tour of a Species Recovery Centre – Visit a leading facility focused on species recovery efforts and learn about breeding, rehabilitation, and release programs that are restoring wildlife populations. You will encounter wild cats, white storks, turtle doves and water voles plus more.
The field courses are held several times a year in the summer months. Simply attend the one most convenient to you.
Assignment:
You will write a management plan for a rewilding site and this will involve exploring methods to find, fund, manage and monitor your site. A template will be provided.
Booking your course:
Price: £1700 including VAT.
Book NOW to secure your place and become part of the movement to rewild the UK!
Going to the section below and clicking on the Book Now button.
FAQs
All online courses, webinars and the field course.
Transport, accommodation and food. There is a campsite and shepherd’s huts at Coombeshead Rewilding and local B&B. The nearest train station is in Okehampton and is about 25 mins by taxi. There is plenty of parking on site. For food in the evenings we may visit a pub or cook on an open fire or in the pizza oven. You will need to provide a packed lunch daily.
You will meet other participants on the live webinars, the field course and we will have a WhatsApp group so you can all keep in touch.
You will be given instructions on how to book all the courses within the Certificate.
On average this course will take around 1 year to complete if you are working full time. However, if you have more time, you can complete it sooner. You just need to complete all aspects of the course before you can graduate. Allow around 5 hours a week minimum for your studies. You have up to 2 years to complete the course.
Yes. You can pay a £200 deposit and 12 equal payments of £125 by standing order. CLICK HERE to book the instalment option.
Apply to start the certificate now!
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Interested in a shorter version of the course? Have a look at this course:
Rewilding: Practical Concepts and Methods .
Online courses:
- Rewilding
- Introduction to Ecology
You choose ONE of the below:
- Habitat Management
- Habitat Restoration
- Countryside Management
Plus: Practical Rewilding 2-day Face-To-Face Course.
£600 including VAT.
CLICK HERE to book your place. Practical Rewilding courses are held in the summer in West Devon at Coombeshead Rewilding. Camping, shepherd’s huts and local B&B is available.
Transport, food and accommodation are not included.
We also have the option just to book the 2-day Practical Rewilding Face-To-Face course: CLICK HERE to find out more.
