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Certificate Program
Stewarship
Ecologist Certificate
The purpose
of the Stewardship Ecology Certificate is to certify students as having
proficiency in vocational and occupational skills in stewardship ecology
- skills required for the application of scientific and ethical principles
in the conduct of environmental stewardship. The
aim of this certificate is to meet the need for stewardship ecologists
and related positions with employers and service agencies such as natural
areas conservancy organizations, departments of natural resources,
local
governments, planning agencies and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs),
ecological missions, churches, and denominations.
What
is a Stewardship Ecologist?
Minimum
Course Requirement
a. One
course in restoration ecology with a minimum of 90 contact hours.
b. One course in conservation biology with a minimum of 90 contact hours.
c. One course in plant ecology with a minimum of 90 contact hours.
d. Three courses from ecology, natural history, field biology, field
botany, field geology, and field courses on specific animal and plant
groups, in addition to introductory 100-level courses, with a minimum
of 270 contact hours.
e. One course in environmental ethics or stewardship, with a minimum
of 90 contact hours.
Minimum
Occupational Techniques Requirement
This requirement is met through course work and proficiency tests
administered by the faculty of the Institute.
a. Stewardship
Techniques
Must demonstrate proficiency at stewarship techniques in at least two
of the following areas: ecological restoration, biological conservation,
appropriate technology, ecological agriculture, afforestation, or related
field of practical knowledge.
b. Field
Techniques
Must demonstrate proficiency in use of topographic maps and aerial photographs
for orientation and other purposes under field conditions. Must demonstrate
proficiency in management, transport, and safety techniques in terrestrial
and aquatic field conditions, geographic information systems (GIS),
global positioning systems (GPS) and aerial imagery.
c. Literature
and Information Techniques
Must demonstrate proficiency in selecting and managing library materials
relating to environmental stewardship ecology by developing a specfic
topical collection for the Institute "Green Box Collection." Must
demonstrate proficiency in computerized literature search.
d. Observational
and Reflective Journal
Must complete and present an observational and reflective field journal
that meets or exceeds requirements for such journals in two Institute
courses requiring such journals.
e. Professional
Portfolio
Must develop a professional portfolio stressing background, skills,
and experiences.
f. Practicum
Must engage in practical experience (e.g. internship) in an aspect of
environmental stewarship such as ecological restoration or biological
conservation for a minimum of 80 contact hours. This experience must
include appropriate training and supervision, preformance evaluation,
and a two-page summary of these activities.
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