Environmental Management (Level 4)
Environment
A course by
SIT
This introductory distance-learning certificate explores core concepts in environmental management, focusing on New Zealand's ecosystems, conservation, resource management, and environmental law to help learners prepare for further study or entry roles in the sector.
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NZQA Level 4 Certification (60 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand ecological and biological principles
Describe and explain the geological and biological origins of Aotearoa New Zealand. Analyse conservation principles in terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems within the New Zealand context.
Analyse conservation management approaches
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) – Environmental Management strand is ideal for those seeking a career shift into environmental or conservation work or thinking about further study in this area. Over 17 weeks (full-time option), students explore foundational ecology, conservation, marine and freshwater environments, environmental law, and career/study planning. Upon completion, students can pursue entry-level environmental roles or progress to higher-level qualifications such as the Bachelor of Environmental Management.
Course Content
- Introduction to ecology and conservation
- Conservation management principles
- Resource management and environmental law (esp. Treaty of Waitangi, Resource Management Act)
- Marine and freshwater ecology
- Environmental management careers and study planning
Entry Requirements
At least 16 years old before course start
NCEA Level 2, or 60 credits at Level 2 or above, plus 20 credits from any level
Build towards these roles
Environmental monitoring/testing assistantEntry-level positions in regional or local authoritiesAssistant roles in relevant government departmentsEnvironmental/compliance roles in farming sector
Build skills in these industries
Environmental managementConservationResource management
