Level 2 Technical Certificate in Conservation and Wildlife (Countryside Conservation)
Introduction
If you’re passionate about the countryside and looking for a career in the outdoors, our Level 2 Technical Certificate in Conservation and Wildlife is for you.
- Build a strong foundation in countryside conservation, and the wider land and wildlife industry.
- Take part in practical learning, both inside and outside the classroom on our countryside estate, gaining experience managing a range of environment.
- Benefit from our links with organisations including local wildlife trusts and country parks.
On this exciting course, you’ll learn about sustaining and protecting the natural environment for future generations and turn your passion for our planet into a career.
You’ll be based on our rural campus that’s home to more than 200 animal species including reptiles, birds and mammals. You can work with these animals during your course. We make full use of our outdoor learning spaces, and you’ll find hedgerows, grassland, rivers, woodland and farmland habitats to explore.
During the course, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of a range of topics including the machinery used in the land and wildlife industry, habitats, species identification and surveying, and environmental conservation, developing the skills and knowledge to find meaningful employment.
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Fees and funding
Facilities
Hands-on learning
As a Conservation and Wildlife student at Writtle College you’ll:
- study on a rural campus with a range of habitats and a working farm
- work with our resident animals which include reptiles, birds and mammals
- benefit from our links to local farms and parks.
Outstanding student support
Join our student community and:
- learn from experienced tutors, who'll provide encouragement and feedback
- make full use of facilities including library and IT resources
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing, and more.
Awarding body
City & Guilds
City & Guilds is the global leader in skills development and apprenticeship schemes with 2 million learners working on diverse qualifications every year.
Careers and educational progression
After successfully completing this course, you could further your education by studying a Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Conservation and Wildlife Management.
Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications can ultimately provide a route into employment in areas such as conservation, animal management or environmental management. You could find yourself working for employers such as country parks, wildlife trusts or charities.
