acorn ecology

[nebwat]

Hey,

 

I am thinking of making a transition into ecology and have been directed to the Certificate in Ecology offered by Acorn Ecology. Has anyone completed this and have been able to progress into a job? I don't want to spend the money on a course that won't lead to a job.

 

Are there other options? Have any of you gone through the the same transition and if so what has been your experience.

 

If anyone has info or just can share their experience I would appreciate it.

 

Cheers

[Tony Croft aka hamadryad]

no info but thanks for alerting me to the course!

[ChrisG]

I hold an Fdsc in Ecology and Conservation Management studied at Myerscough College, I think you can do some of their Ecology courses online and I can't recommend them enough.

 

My background is in Ecology and I personaly don't think a qualification is enough these days. Whilst it is a good thing to have, field experience is invaluable. Get yourself involved with CIEEM, join your local Bat group and do some volunteering, contact your local Ecologists and ask them if they would consider a volunteer to help with surveys, local Wildlife Trusts etc.

 

Get on some short courses on survey techniques, report writing, legislation. Work on obtaining a proteceted species license or two, as most employers expect this.

 

I voluntered for many years and found that employers were looking for experience as well as qualifications, hence why I did my degree, I got a job before finishing it. Expect a lot of competition and some strange hours depending on what route you take.

 

Can be hard word but very rewarding. PM me if you need any more info.