Naturalist Course
Deepen your field skills with the Naturalist Course. Learn to read ecosystems, ID plants and wildlife, assess threats, and lead community education and advocacy that protects local habitats and strengthens environmental stewardship.

flexible workload from 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
The Naturalist Course gives you practical skills to observe, document, and interpret local habitats with confidence. Learn systematic field methods, plant and animal identification, ecosystem structure, and key environmental pressures. Build hands-on experience in monitoring, basic water quality checks, invasive species control, and clear communication so you can design walks, activities, and materials that engage and inform your community.
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Develop skills
- Field survey design: plan short, repeatable visits with maps, GPS, and imagery.
- Flora and fauna ID: quickly recognize key plants, birds, insects, and mammals.
- Habitat assessment: spot pressures, fragmentation, and basic water quality issues.
- Ecosystem insight: link soils, hydrology, and habitat types to ecosystem services.
- Outreach and advocacy: create clear signage, activities, and local conservation plans.
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