• You want to be involved in the Management and Conservation of Natural and Cultural Resources on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander lands.
• You want to ensure respectful relationships and culturally sensitive decision making with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities when undertaking work on Country within various career paths – Agriculture, Aquaculture, Forestry, Conservation, Tourism, land use planning and/or Park Management.

Then this is the course for you.

To make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, please consider the essential skills and knowledge below. You must:

• Have an interest in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.

• Respect cultures and beliefs.

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills. 

• Enjoy practical / manual work. 

• Enjoy nature and outdoors.

• Demonstrate your ability to work independently as well as within a team. 

• Show your ability to cope with varied weather conditions outdoor (e.g., heat, rain, cold, wind). 

• Be able to cope with nature (e.g., insects, reptiles). 

• Have sound English, maths and digital skills.

• Demonstrate your ability to follow Work Health and Safety procedures and respond to immediate safety risks. 

This skill set provides you with the introductory skills and knowledge required for effective Management and Conservation of natural and cultural resources of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander lands. This course empowers you to contribute to the Sustainable Management and protection of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander lands, cultural heritage, and natural resources while respecting and honouring cultural traditions and protocols.

Time Commitment – You will need to allocate appropriate time to complete this course. This includes attending classes on-site and/or online as outlined in the study mode; and undertake independent study outside of class hours, including private study, assessment preparation, research and complete assessment requirements. 

Below are some of the important personal skills you will be required to develop and demonstrate during training. These skills are highly valued by industry:

• Respectful Communication - Interact with people from different backgrounds, share ideas effectively and build trust.
• Teamwork – Collaborate with others, show them respect, and be open to feedback.
• Problem Solving - There is always a solution. How do you respond to a challenge? If you spot a problem, we encourage you to ask questions, clarify as needed, and respond appropriately within your training.
• Initiative - Stay motivated, take proactive steps, and seek help when necessary.
• Planning - Manage time well. Knowing how to prioritise and completing your tasks efficiently are crucial for your success.
• Self-Management - Reflect on your performance. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth and success as a student at South Regional TAFE. Being a professional in the workplace can mean learning when to accept responsibility for your failures as often as your successes. This is how we learn!
• Learning – Recognise what your strengths already are. Then embrace all the new knowledge and experience from your South Regional TAFE journey to grow as a student. Some of the skills you will learn include:
  • Identify and record information on Country
  • Inspect, report, maintain and protect places of cultural significance
  • Use of modern technology to ensure preservation of natural and cultural heritage
  • Legislation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander sites
  • Cultural protocols of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders
  • Negotiation and coordination skills
  • Environmentally sustainable work practices
  • Workplace Health and Safety
• Technology - Adapt to new tools, access digital resources, and integrate technology into your learning.