AHC60422 · AQF Level 6
Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
The AHC60422 Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management is a senior qualification for conservation professionals, environmental managers, and natural resource practitioners seeking advanced credentials in ecosystem management, biodiversity conservation, and environmental governance. It is relevant to professionals working in national parks, catchment management authorities, conservation NGOs, mining and resources, and state and federal government environmental agencies.
- Qualification code
- AHC60422
- AQF level
- Level 6
- Duration
- 18–24 months
- Delivery
- Online, Blended
- Price range
- From $4,000
What you'll learn
- Ecosystem function, biodiversity, and conservation science principles
- Environmental impact assessment and regulatory approvals
- Natural resource management planning and implementation
- Fire management, revegetation, and invasive species control
- Indigenous land management and co-management frameworks
- Environmental monitoring, data collection, and reporting
- Leading conservation teams and stakeholder engagement in complex landscapes
Career outcomes
Typical roles held by graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.
Conservation Manager
$80,000–$115,000
Natural Resource Management Officer
$75,000–$110,000
Environmental Compliance Manager
$85,000–$120,000
Park and Reserve Manager
$80,000–$115,000
Entry requirements
Applicants typically hold a Diploma in Conservation and Ecosystem Management, Environmental Science, or a related field, plus at least 2 years of fieldwork or management experience in a natural resource or conservation role.
RPL available for this qualification
Conservation and environmental professionals with 5+ years of natural resource management or ecosystem management experience may qualify for RPL. Management plans, environmental reports, and field records can support your application.
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