College of the North Atlantic
Fish and Wildlife Technician
| School: | College of the North Atlantic |
| Faculty: | School of Natural Resources |
| Degree: | Diploma |
| Field of Study: | Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
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| Description: | With increasing emphasis on sustainable development, integrated resource management policy and ecosystem based management across Canada and around the world, technicians in the natural resources sector must have a foundation in matters related to biodiversity in general and fish and wildlife management issues in particular. The two-year Fish and Wildlife Technician program, which shares many courses with the Forest Resources Technician program, is designed to enable students with a specific interest in fish and wildlife to participate in studies directed towards their career goals. The program reflects the trend towards integrating a wide range of natural resources technology within government departments at Federal and Provincial levels. The requirement for the forest industry to consider wildlife in its management practices and the increased monitoring and management of freshwater and marine resources highlights the need for this program. The program provides a balance of field and classroom experiences that include a significant computer based data collection and analysis component. |
| URL: | Fish and Wildlife Technician at College of the North Atlantic |
| Length: | 2 Year(s) |
| Careers: | Agricultural and Fish Products InspectorsNatural and Applied Science Policy Researchers, Consultants and Program Officers | |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 60 to 100 |
| Prerequisites:* | These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
- Grade12 English
- 2 of Grade11 Mathematics
- 2 of Grade12 Biology or Grade12 Chemistry or Grade12 Physics or Grade12 Earth and Space Science
English (2 credits) (minimum 60%) from: 3201 or 3202
Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
Advanced: 2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
Academic: 2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
Science (4 credits) two of which must be selected from:
Biology: 3201
Physics: 3204
Chemistry: 3202
Earth Systems: 3209
Note: The remaining two Science credits to be chosen from the highest Science mark in level 1, 2 or 3. Please visit http://www.cna.nl.ca/Admissions/Admissions-Regulations.aspx for more general admission details |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.