Biodiversity Offsets Scheme Training for Local Government

Content:

Outline

This 12-part series of self-paced eLearning modules, is a package designed for local government staff to gain a clear understanding of the fundamental concepts and knowledge relating to:

  • The Biodiversity Conservation Act
  • The Biodiversity Offsets Scheme
  • The Biodiversity Assessment Method
  • Accreditation of Assessors
  • The role of local government in implementing the Biodiversity Offsets Scheme and determining proposals for development and vegetation clearing 

Overview of Course Modules:

Module

Description

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Course overview

1

Introduction to the Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 and Legislative Framework

2

Overview of the NSW Biodiversity Offsets Scheme

3

Introduction to Biodiversity Credits and Offset Obligations

4

Determining whether the BOS applies

5

Exemptions and other considerations

6

BAM Overview

7

Biodiversity Assessment Reports

8

Assessors and Compliance

9

BAM Accreditation and Renewal

10

Introduction to Private Land Conservation

11

Introduction to Systems and Tools Supporting the BOS

12

Closing module and next steps

For technical support, please contact bos.training@greencap.wsp.com


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Start Now Electronic based Price $177.10 Enrol