Land and Wildlife Conservation - Level 2

Our Level 2 Land and Wildlife Conservation qualification combines academic study with hands-on fieldwork to provide a realistic experience for learners to develop and strengthen their knowledge and skills in the land-based sector.

This course is ideal for those passionate about the environment and seeking to start a career within the land-based sector; focussing on countryside conservation, game or fisheries.

What will I study?

During the course, you'll work on the following units:

• Health and safety for the land-based industries; understand legislation, risk assessments and safe working in outdoor and land environments.
• Identify species of wildlife.
• Working in the land and wildlife industry; explore roles, habitats, species, and the practical demands of working in countryside settings.
• Machinery used in the land and wildlife industry; learn about the operation, maintenance and safe handling of land-based machinery.
• Conservation and improvements to British habitats; design and carry out habitat restoration, take species surveys, and implement ecological improvements.
• Estate maintenance; develop skills in land management, boundary work, drainage, fencing and general upkeep.
• Conduct ecological surveys.

Successful completion of the course will give you specialist knowledge and technical skills necessary for working and learning within the land and wildlife sector.

This programme is assessed by a combination of exams, assignments and synoptic assessment.

You will also be expected to take part in 150 hours of work experience across the year.

You will need:

• 4 or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or higher, with at least one Grade 4 in either English, maths or science.

Or:

• A relevant level 1 Animal Care qualification at merit grade studied at CWA or another further education provider. This does not include level 1 courses studied at school alongside GCSEs. You will also need an improved grade in English or maths.