Level 1 - BTEC Introductory Diploma in Countryside


Subject Area: Course code: Course Type:
Wildlife, Ecology & Conservation CM223A01/25/1 Further Education

Course Information

Are you looking for a career where you can help protect and enhance our wildlife and countryside? This is an ideal introductory course which will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge that will help you towards gaining employment within the wildlife, conservation and habitat and green space industries. The course will give you experience in a range of professional aspects of the industry. You will complete industry experience one day per week work experience within a local organisation.


Overview

Qualification
  • Level 1 Countryside
Course Content
  • Practical conservation skills including:
    Using machinery
    Using workshop tools
    Growing trees and plants
    Tree planting
    Habitat maintenance
    Estate maintenance skills
Entry Requirements
  • 4 GCSEs at grade 2 or above to include English and maths. Interest and enthusiasm in the countryside, wildlife and the environment plus the ability to cope with written work.
Next Steps
  • Level 2 Wildlife Ecology and Conservation (merit grade required)
Career Opportunities
  • Countryside assistant, Assistant warden/Ranger, Countryside contractor - walling, hedge laying, fencing, etc, Estate worker, General farm worker

Dates & Fees

Dates & Times
Start date: End date: Start time: End time:
09-Sep-2025 19-Jun-2026 9.30 a.m. 3.45 p.m.
Attendance
Mode of attendance
Full Time
Timetable
Day of the week Number of sessions
Various
Course Fees

There are no course fees for eligible students aged 16-18. Students aged 19-25 may also be eligible for government funding or a student loan depending on their circumstances.

Materials Required

Basic Stationery; Calculator, Pens, paper and lever arch files. Suitable Outdoor Clothing - The clothing must be suitable for environment, weather and time of year, Protective Overalls, Steel Toe Capped Work Boots, Hi-vis yellow vest. Department uniform Uniform (polo shirt and sweat shirt). Tetanus protection is recommended. All protective equipment will be inspected by the Course Manager


What's next?

Is this course for you? Go ahead and book online now. If you'd like more information we are happy to answer any questions.