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£140.00

Habitat Management

14 hours
7 modules
Introductory

This online, self-study course has been designed to give you a good foundation knowledge of habitat management in the UK. This course is an ideal starting place for anyone wishing to work in conservation or reserve management. The course is suitable for anyone wishing to work as an ecological consultant, as they are regularly asked to produce management plans and give advice on enhancing sites for wildlife.

Course format: These 6 self-study modules will be available to read through in your own time. To further enhance your knowledge and learning experience there will be some directed reading at the end of each module, as well as some quiz questions so that you can test yourself. At the end, there will be a short quiz which, if you get over 70%, you will be issued with a certificate.

Time commitment: The 6 self-study modules and we advise students to allow 2-4 hours per module to complete each module and to read around the subject.

Learning outcomes: By the end of the course you will have an awareness of the importance of habitat management. You will understand the need for site surveying and data collection and have background information on preparing a management plan. You will gain an understanding of management prescriptions for grasslands and woodlands; as well as for dormice, barn owls and great crested newts. Furthermore, you will have a wider knowledge of the subject that will help equip you for jobs in the conservation and ecology sectors.

Core text: The core text for the course is Sutherland, W. J. and Hill, D. A. (1995) Managing Habitats for Conservation, Cambridge University Press and we strongly recommend that you purchase this.

Courses modules:

Module 1

Why Manage Habitat?

Module 2

Surveys and Monitoring

Module 3

Management Planning

Module 4

Habitat Management – Woodland

Module 5

Habitat Management – Grassland

Module 6

Habitat Management for Specific Species

Module 7

Habitat Management – END OF COURSE QUIZ

Here’s what our students are saying:

The content was interesting and provided some useful links to further information.
Eilidh
I liked the additional links and reading material which I could look into in my own time, and which I can keep available for future reference- some really excellent links
Jane
This course has given me a good grounding in the theory of practical habitat management. It has allowed me to build on what I already knew and has encouraged me to continue learning about the topic
Student
The material was concise and easy to understand; I loved the flexibility and ability to get the qualifications done at your own pace; and Sue was brilliant!
Deren
I really enjoyed this course. Good value for money. After studying Module 2 I had the confidence to volunteer for three different flora/fauna surveys which is good experience and an opportunity to contribute
Student
I liked the fact that a good depth of information was supplied. And that the course linked in to many other organisations and foundations with similar aims of habitat restoration for different animals etc., as this broadened my knowledge to different areas.
Sky

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Can I retake the quiz if I fail?

The final exam is designed to test whether you have learned the appropriate knowledge and skills during this course. If you take the final exam and do not pass, we encourage you to review the course material and ensure you have read, understood and remembered the lessons. We want you to get the most out of this course and provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to apply what you learn to your job or career. You may retake the final test once you have revisited the course material.

Will I still have access to the course materials once I finish the course?

Yes! We want you to get as much out of this course as possible. We encourage you to refer back to your course materials from time to time to refresh your memory and ensure that you are confident on the subject. Therefore, when you purchase this course, you will have lifetime access to the course materials.