FSG - Certificate in Monitoring Terrestrial Biodiversity and Freshwater Ecosystems
COMING WINTER 2024
The Certificate in Monitoring Terrestrial Biodiversity and Freshwater Ecosystems provides individuals with essential skills and knowledge regarding environmental monitoring and conservation.
Earn a Certificate in Monitoring Terrestrial Biodiversity and Freshwater Ecosystems when you complete all 7 modules. Modules may be taken independently and in any sequence. This certificate is eligible for transfer credit for LAND 245 in the Land and Water Resources Diploma program.
Courses Leading to the Certificate
- Fundamentals of Biodiversity Monitoring
- Vegetation Monitoring
- Terrestrial Wildlife Monitoring
- Monitoring Freshwater Ecosystems
- Fundamentals of Data Analysis and Management
- Socio-Cultural Factors and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) in Monitoring Biodiversity
- Cultural Sensitivity and Co-management of Natural Resources
Face to face or hybrid delivery: The program content will be delivered online and will include synchronous virtual seminars (that will be recorded for access to those with work commitments that interrupt full attendance), allowing students to access the courses from anywhere with an internet connection. Online delivery also provides students with the flexibility to balance their studies with work and other commitments. Course materials will be available online, including recorded lectures, readings, and interactive activities. Students will also have access to online forums for discussions with their peers and instructors.
This program is relevant to those working in a variety of roles in the natural resources industry looking to ensure environmental considerations are incorporated and considered in the natural resources construction and service field. The program is intended for individuals interested in pursuing a career in environmental monitoring and conservation, including recent high school graduates, environmental technicians, and individuals looking to change their career path. It is also a valuable professional development opportunity for individuals currently working in a variety of construction, trades and service roles in the natural resources and energy sector who want to understand and reduce cumulative environmental impacts in the natural resource development sector.
