Complete your certificate in one year

“We will never understand the natural environment until we see it as a living organism.”

Pat Brooks
The Pursuit of Wilderness

Introduction

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Complete your Restoration of Natural Systems Certificate Program in one year.
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Restoration of Natural Systems is an accredited program created to disseminate information about the emerging field of environmental restoration and to provide practical background knowledge, training, and skill development for those working in areas related to the restoration of natural systems. The program is offered by the School of Environmental Studies and the Division of Continuing Studies, and is guided by an advisory committee.

This interdisciplinary program provides the theory and practice needed to conduct restoration activities. It takes an holistic approach that recognizes the importance of both the social and biophysical dimensions of environmental restoration

The courses have been designed to meet the needs of professionals and to suit the busy schedules of people who work full time. Courses are offered in a variety of formats such as on-campus immersion courses, during evenings, and through distance education. Students may take up to six years to complete the diploma requirements.

Winner of a National Award of Excellence

In 2001, the Restoration of Natural Systems Program received an Award of Excellence from the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education.