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Grassland Vegetation Inventory Blended Course (W25 Offering)

Online

The Grassland Vegetation Inventory is a land cover and land use classification system for the grasslands. GVI provides an extensive array of natural upland, riparian and wetland classes. Coupled with anthropogenic (modified) land use classes, GVI is a robust system that captures the variety of biophysical land uses in the grasslands.

ABWRET Blended Course (W25 Offering)

Online

The ABWRET-A (W25) Blended Course provides learners with a strong understanding of the Government of Alberta’s wetland function assessment tool, needed for Alberta Water Act approvals.

Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management micro-credential

Online

Presented from both Indigenous and western perspectives, the Fundamentals of Wildland Fire Ecology and Management program provides a unique learning opportunity that combines knowledge of western fire science and Indigenous ways of knowing with landscape and fire ecology and social sciences to address a vital need for professional training in the increasingly complex area of...

Construction Monitoring — Wildlife Mitigation – Online – February 18th, 2025

Online

This course will dive deep into industry-leading techniques for wildlife mitigation amidst construction projects. Explore strategies for pinpointing potential impacts, selecting appropriate mitigation measures, and evaluating their effectiveness. Emphasizing hands-on learning, you’ll navigate timing considerations for various species and explore terrestrial and aquatic isolation methods.

Fish Habitat Restoration — Prescription Development – Online, February 19th, 2025

Online

This one-day Fish Habitat Restoration – Prescription Development course will provide participants with the methodology to develop a comprehensive habitat restoration prescription. Topics include how to inventory your site, investigate, and define historic conditions, identify ecological and traditional values to be restored, establish goals and objectives, develop and execute your restoration and monitoring plan.

Avian Nest Sweeps and Monitoring Methods – Online – February 24th – 25th, 2025

Online

The two-day, fully online Avian Nest Sweeps and Monitoring Methods training program will train participants to perform efficient, effective, and ecologically responsible nest sweeps for breeding birds. After completing this course participants will understand the regulatory and environmental drivers behind this practice and be prepared to plan and conduct these specialized surveys.

Amphibian Survey and Collection Methods – Online – February 25th, 2025

Online

This course equips individuals expanding their careers into this realm with detailed knowledge. It covers specific capture techniques, their rationale, and execution, along with best practices for safe handling to prevent injury or disease transmission. Additionally, it explores broader elements such as study design and offers guidance on identifying species across various life stages and...

Fish Habitat Restoration — Primer on Stream Hydrology – Online – February 27th, 2025

Online

In this MicroCourse, you’ll explore different types of flow and learn how flow dynamics impact water quality and habitats. Through engaging videos and field-based photos, you’ll gain the skills to interpret real-world stream conditions. By the end of the course, participants will have a strong foundation in stream hydraulics, with the ability to identify and...