$880.00
These two nationally recognised Certificate III units are delivered together to build strong, practical skills in fauna identification and biodiversity monitoring within real conservation and ecosystem management settings.
Together, the units develop the ability to accurately identify Australian fauna in the field and contribute meaningful data to structured biodiversity monitoring programs. Learners build advanced observation skills, learn to interpret fauna characteristics and signs of presence, and use reference materials to identify species to the nearest genus and species, while working within existing monitoring plans and workplace procedures.
This combined delivery reflects current industry practice. Effective biodiversity monitoring relies on confident fauna identification, ecological understanding, ethical field practice, and consistent data collection. By completing these units together, learners gain a clear understanding of what is being monitored, why it is monitored, and how accurate fauna identification underpins ecological assessment and management decisions.
Training is delivered through a combination of classroom learning and extensive field-based activities, with a strong emphasis on working safely, ethically, and professionally in natural environments.
The Hub for Learning (RTO No: 45630) is the awarding RTO for this qualification.
Nationally recognised training and assessment is delivered by EcoSkills Training on behalf of The Hub for Learning (RTO 45630). AQF certification documentation is issued by The Hub for Learning.
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When delivered together, these units cover the following key areas:
To be awarded these units, students must successfully complete all required assessment tasks. Assessment includes both knowledge-based activities and practical field tasks that demonstrate the ability to identify fauna in the field and implement biodiversity monitoring activities under supervision, in line with workplace, ethical and safety requirements.
EcoSkills Short Courses support employment, career change, and upskilling within the conservation and ecosystem management sector.
These courses are suited to people working or volunteering in conservation, those looking to move into the sector, and graduates seeking stronger on-ground experience. Skills gained may support roles involved in:
On-ground conservation and ecological restoration works
Weed management and regeneration techniques
Indigenous plant propagation and native seed collection
Site assessment, monitoring, and field-based ecological work
All training is aligned with current industry best practice and the National Standards for Ecological Restoration, supporting safe, effective, and informed on-ground work.
Students are required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment prior to finalising enrolment. This is a simple check designed to help us understand how you learn and to make sure we can provide the right support throughout the course. You can’t fail this assessment.
Training includes practical, hands-on activities undertaken in outdoor and field-based environments. Students should be comfortable with tasks such as light lifting, kneeling or working close to the ground for periods of time, and walking over varying terrain. If you have any concerns about the practical or physical aspects of the course, we encourage you to have a chat with us before enrolling so we can talk through what to expect and any support options available.
EcoSkills Short Courses provide recognised education pathways through nationally accredited training.
Courses are delivered as single units or grouped units (skill sets) and may be completed as stand-alone training or used as stepping stones toward further study. Units or skill sets completed can be credited toward the Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
Short Courses also suit people seeking practical knowledge and skills to support regeneration and ecological restoration on their own property, whether small or large, while maintaining clear pathways into further vocational training.
This short course is delivered entirely face-to-face and includes classroom-based learning and practical, hands-on activities. Training focuses on applied skills and is conducted in real or simulated work environments, with guidance from experienced industry trainers.
2026 Short Course Attendance Dates
6th March
13th March
20th March
27th March
24th April
1st May
8th May
15th May
*Course fees include enrollment and material costs. Covering; learner guides, handouts, equipment consumables and bus use
Ecoskills delivers nationally accredited training in partnership with The Hub for Learning Pty Ltd (RTO No. 45630), the awarding Registered Training Organisation. This partnership ensures all training and assessment complies with national training standards and regulatory requirements.
Students’ rights and responsibilities, along with RTO policies and learner information documents, can be accessed here.
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