College Diploma - Environmental Technician (Optional Co-op) (0387)

Program overview

Are you interested in learning how to responsibly develop our resource-based economy while protecting our forests, waterways, and land? Through Confederation College’s Environmental Technician two-year diploma program, you will learn to effectively manage natural and man-made environments. This program will explore environmental issues and provide hands-on tools for assessing, protecting, and restoring ecosystems. Best of all, you’ll learn in one of the greatest natural labs available: the Boreal Forest, a rich and diverse forest ecosystem that stretches around the northern hemisphere.

Program structure

The Environmental Technician program at Confederation College is designed to provide a comprehensive education over a two-year period. The program structure includes:

• Balance of class work, field study, and placements for a well-rounded education.
• Two optional co-ops after the second and fourth semesters, providing valuable work experience in the field.
• Courses developed in consultation with industry and government, ensuring relevance to northern Ontario and current practices.
• Opportunity to obtain Ontario's Entry-Level Drinking Water Operator Certificate upon graduation.
• Transfer credits available to other related college and university programs through articulation agreements.
• Seamless transition to university with a joint admission pathway to Lakehead University for related undergraduate degrees.

Featured Experiences

The Environmental Technician program offers a variety of unique experiences that enhance learning and practical application:

• Optional co-op placements that allow students to gain real-world experience in environmental management.
• Fieldwork opportunities in the Boreal Forest, providing hands-on learning in a diverse ecosystem.
• Access to state-of-the-art tools and techniques for environmental assessment and restoration.
• Collaboration with industry professionals and government agencies to stay updated on best practices.
• Experiential learning through projects that promote sustainable practices and ecosystem-based management.

Career Options

Graduates of the Environmental Technician program can pursue a variety of career paths in Canada, including:

• Environmental Consultant: Work with organizations to assess environmental impact and develop strategies for sustainability.
• Water Resource Technician: Monitor and manage water quality and resources, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Field Environmental Technician: Conduct field studies and collect data on ecosystems, contributing to environmental assessments.
• Laboratory Technician: Analyze environmental samples in a lab setting, providing critical data for environmental projects.
• Waste Management Coordinator: Oversee waste management programs, ensuring proper disposal and recycling practices are followed.

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