Webinars and Online Learning
Details of professional events and training that are held online, participation is via video conferences, also information on recorded lectures and seminars that can be viewed online and / or downloaded.
03/10/2023 Rewilding and Nature Restoration: The Human Dynamic at Online 0.5 Day
Dialogue Matters Contact: c-js.info/3K3qygG sam.bavin@dialoguematters.co.uk 01233 813875
In this interactive conference, we want to inspire those working in rewilding projects by sharing insights from those working on the human side of nature restoration. Learn how approaches from psychology, conflict resolution, consensus building and participatory practice can increase your projects chances of success.
04/10/2023 Webinar on the IBPES Invasive Species Assessment at Online 0.5 Day
GB Non-native Species Secretariat Contact: c-js.info/3PlVEBQ
The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) has published the results of its four-year Assessment on Invasive Alien Species and their Control. Join the GB Non-native Species Secretariat and co-chair of the Assessment, Professor Helen Roy, to learn about the report and its findings.
04/10/2023 Annual red squirrel conservation update - Red Squirrel Awareness Week at Online 2 hours Days
UK Squirrel Accord Contact: c-js.info/3LwsP4E
Join the UK Squirrel Accord for our Red Squirrel Awareness Week webinars on 04 October 2023 - which is also World Animal Day. 10:00-12:00 - Red squirrel conservation update Our annual update on red squirrel conservation progress across the four countries from key individuals in the sector... Wales - Chris Tucker - Natural Resources Wales Scotland - Nicole Still - Saving Scotland's Red Squirrels Northern Ireland - Katy Bell - Ulster Wildlife Trust England - Rebecca Isted - Forestry Commission Register here: https://c-js.co.uk/3rvN9wa
04/10/2023 Red squirrel monitoring techniques - Red Squirrel Awareness Week at Online 2 hours Days
UK Squirrel Accord Contact: c-js.info/45h92xr
Join the UK Squirrel Accord for our Red Squirrel Awareness Week webinars on 04 October 2023 - which is also World Animal Day. 14:00-16:00 - Red squirrel monitoring techniques Discover different methods used to monitor red squirrels... Bioacoustics - William Cresswell - Bristol University Radio tracking - Louise de Raad - Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust Hair tubes, wildlife cameras & live trapping - Emma Roberts - University of Galway Register here: https://c-js.co.uk/3ZpCwaS
05/10/2023 Team PollinATE: Feeding People and Pollinators at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/43opvyD
Over one third of all the food we eat relies on insects for pollination. We currently know very little about pollinator populations in urban areas. Learn about a recent study collecting data on bees, beetles, butterflies and flies that pollinate fruit and vegetable crops in urban areas.
09/10/2023 Slipping Under the Radar: Recording Slugs in British Gardens at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/44p2Rrc
Slugs are widely known as a problem for gardener's, but surprisingly little recording has been done in UK gardens for them. Learn about the citizen science research in-depth study of the British garden slug fauna and how over 22,000 new slug records made by the public helped inform our understanding.
26/10/2023 From Springtails to Pauropods: Soil Biodiversity Monitoring in the UK at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/3OcJoV1
Beneath our feet, soils are home to a diverse variety of invertebrates. These range from familiar animals such as earthworms to less familiar organisms such as pauropods. Delve into the underground world of soil biodiversity and learn how scientists are monitoring the microarthropods that most people don't even know.
02/11/2023 Gardening For Earthworms: Mutual Benefits of Earthworm-friendly Gardening at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/43mhFFW
Understanding the different ecological groups of earthworms is key to improving your little patch of our planet. Earthworms are vital for maintaining healthy soils and provide a host of other benefits to garden habitats. Learn few tips on how you can improve the earthworm diversity and abundance within your garden.
15/11/2023 Can Satellite Imagery Data Be Used For Biodiversity Net Gain? at Zoom 0.5 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/45uenSk
This free webinar will explore the potential pros and cons of using satellite imagery for assessing and monitoring Biodiversity Net Gain. Featuring data scientist and ecologist speakers and a panel discussion with a live audience of ecologists, record centres, conservations, developers, landscapers and more!
20/11/2023 The Downland and Dung Beetle Project: The Story of Onthophagus joannae at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/3YsTNiQ
Dung beetles are vital to healthy soil systems. They perform a variety of ecosystem services and are, in turn, food source for other species. New researches show that only a quarter of UK dung beetles remain in a state of 'least concern' with the rest considered regionally extinct.
23/11/2023 American Signal Crayfish: A Losing Battle? at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/445WM27
American Signal Crayfish (Pacifastacus leniusculus) have been widely established in the UK since the 1970's and have had many adverse impacts including the near extinction of the native White Clawed Crayfish (Austropotamobius pallipe). This presentation discusses efforts to control this invasive species in south west England.
04/12/2023 SmartRivers: Using Freshwater Invertebrates to Monitor River Health at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/3QGQNNU
Rivers are facing an unprecedented threat from human disturbance but it can be challenging to identify the pollutants that are driving biodiversity loss in a particular location through traditional water testing methods. Hear about how SmartRivers is empowering communities and organisations to use freshwater invertebrate populations to monitor river health.
05/12/2023 Yellow Meadow Ants: An Important Contributor To Biodiversity In Grasslands at Zoom 0.5 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/3Zm5kkN
Explore the subterranean world of the Yellow Meadow Ant with Dr Tim King (Oxford University) and learn how their mounds and the surrounding habitat support diverse ecological communities, including specialist plant, aphid and other invertebrate communities.
18/12/2023 Waking The Dead: Inside the Insect Collection at National Museums Scotland at Online 1 Day
Biological Recording Company Contact: c-js.info/3qpwo5k
The insect collections held in our museums are a vital resource for understanding how species are related to one another and how they are changing over time. Ashleigh will delve into the insect collections of National Museums Scotland and showcase how their collections are contributing to scientific research.
Also have a look at Distance Learning courses and providers.
Animal Anatomy and Physiology - 100 hour online course at ACS Distance Education
Develop a sound foundation of knowledge in animal anatomy & physiology. Understand care & management of animals in domesticated or wild situations. Work with animals. Study cells and tissues, the digestive system, the circulatory system, the urinary system, the nervous system, respiration, reproductive systems, muscles, skeleton, growth, development and more.
c-js.info/3j4rKCX info@acsedu.co.uk 01384 442752
Animal Breeding - 100 hour online course at ACS Distance Education
Learn more about Animal Breeding, planning animal breeding programs, genetic theory, planning, breeding programmes, practical applications, cross-breeding, livestock improvement and more. This course includes a sound introduction to genetics relevant to any type of animal. Personal guidance from highly qualified and experienced animal scientists and practitioners.
c-js.info/3lDM2VG info@acsedu.co.uk 01384 442752
Animal Feed and Nutrition at ACS Distance Education
Study Animal Feed and Nutrition Online. Excellent course for anyone working with animals. Study in your own time and work at your own pace. Tutor Support. Understand how to evaluate and select feeds. All tutors are highly experienced industry specialists.
c-js.info/3GPglQO info@acsedu.co.uk 01384 442752
Aquaculture - 100 hour online course at ACS Distance Education
Aquaculture Course - Study the care and breeding of fresh water fish. Learn essentials of aquaculture. Manage aquaculture enterprise for fresh water fish. Develop the capacity to manage freshwater aquaculture enterprises. Improve your knowledge with this essential course. Improve your job prospects in this field.
c-js.info/3oZFaUH info@acsedu.co.uk 01384442752
Aquaponics Online Course at ACS Distance Education
Learn about aquaponics - an intensive form of farming where the two main elements - fish and plants - support each other. Understand plant and animal biology, nutrition and growth. Learn to set up an aquaculture system, plant culture etc. Includes real life case studies and troubleshooting lessons.
c-js.info/2YMnEZv info@acsedu.co.uk 01384442752
Behaviour Change Foundation Course at Human Behaviour Change for Life
Would you like to make longer lasting, more impactful positive change? The HBCL Foundation Course is a fantastic introductory course covering the core concepts and principles of human behaviour change - an area of study vital for all careers no matter your ambition or what sector you work in.
Bird Biodiversity and Population Monitoring Methods at University of Oxford
A five-week part-time course taught entirely online providing expert training for professionals, practitioners and researchers who want to improve their ability to conduct bird surveys. Can be taken with or without academic accreditation. Discounted student rate available. Part of our Ecological Survey Techniques postgraduate programme.
c-js.info/3GvvYxp est@conted.ox.ac.uk 01865 286960
Botanical Identification & using Keys at Qualiteach Education and Ecology Training
A flexible online course with mentor support in plant identification and using botanical keys. The course covers identification of plant components such as reproductive organs, stem, leaf, hairs, flowers, seeds, sepals and bracts and also includes identification of trees and ferns. The course also covers using botanical keys.
c-js.info/2K8CEHI contact@qualiteach.co.uk 07743712020
Botany and its Role in the Ecosystem at Qualiteach Education and Ecology Training
A modular course in plant science, ecology and botanical identification designed for anyone who is keen to learn how to use plant features for accurate identification. The course helps provide a well rounded view of plant science and symbiosis, botanical identification, naming structures and hierarchies (taxonomy), habitats and habitat indicators
c-js.info/2K8CEHI contact@qualiteach.co.uk 07743712020
BSc Conservation Management at Craven College
Gain the practical skills and knowledge required for a career in conservation and wildlife management. This Foundation Degree and Top up BSc (hons) course was developed with input from Conservation practitioners and is taught in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales.
www.craven-college.ac.uk gthom@craven-college.ac.uk +44 1756 243286
Ecology 1 at Aberystwyth University
Ever wondered why some plants won't grow in your garden and why the 'weeds' (and slugs) thrive? Ecology explains the patterns we see in the natural world and the ways in which people have changed them. This is an essential core topic for any field or conservation ecologist.
Ecotherapy Course at Online
New Ecotherapy Practice course. 100 hour distance learning course. This course covers the following lessons: Nature of Ecotherapy; Theory; Ecotherapy Clients; Intake Assessment, Ecotherapy; Resource; Environment-Based Ecotherapy; Plant-Based Ecotherapy; Animal-Based Ecotherapy; Indoor Ecotherapy; Creativity based Ecotherapy; Holistic Wellness incorporating Ecotherapy
c-js.info/3o19Ynz info@acsedu.co.uk 01384 442752
Feeding Animals Self-Study Course at ACS Distance Education
Feeding Animals - self study short course. Learn the essentials of what is required to feed animals. The course has 10 lessons. Introduction to feeding animals, industry opportunities, composition of feed, forage, concentrates, feed additives, managing feed production and supply, feeding small companion animals, pets, livestock, wildlife, eating and nutritional disorders.
c-js.info/3DJIiJ5 info@acsedu.co.uk 01384442752
Fish and Amphibian Survey Methods at University of Oxford
A five-week part-time course taught entirely online providing expert training for professionals, practitioners and researchers who want to improve their ability to conduct fish and amphibian surveys. Can be taken with or without academic accreditation. Discounted student rate available. Part of our Ecological Survey Techniques postgraduate programme.
c-js.info/3nAMvYz est@conted.ox.ac.uk 01865 286960
Forage Management at ACS Distance Education
Learn to better manage forage resources for both livestock and other animals. For farm animals. For wildlife. For sustainable ecosystems. Online course requiring around 100 hours of study. Start at any time to suit you. To manage forage resources, you need to have a good understanding of both the plants growing in an area, and the animals that graze on those plants. It requires an appreciation of plant and animal ecology and the impacts which man can have on that ecology.
c-js.info/3F8coGQ info@acsedu.co.uk 01384 442752
Forestry Foundations Online Course at ACS Distance Education
100 hour online course. Learn to grow, harvest and process wood on a farm, woodland or for a native forest. Learn the key principles and practical management of trees in agroforestry and urban forestry. 10% off to CJS members. Enter the promo code - STUDENT - when enrolling.
c-js.info/3ile4mB info@acsedu.co.uk 01384 442752
Habitats and Habitat Indicators at Qualiteach Education and Ecology Training
This short online course covers habitat types in the UK, soil types and indicator plants, as well as exploring effects of pollution on freshwater habitats (eutrophication). The course looks at environmental conditions for growth, habitat types (freshwater, coastal, mountainous, bog, fen, woodland), habitat Indicators and plants for phytoremediation.
c-js.info/2K8CEHI contact@qualiteach.co.uk 07743712020
Introducing Mapping, Spatial Data and GIS (Online) at University of Oxford
Investigate the power of maps and spatial data to document and illustrate local and global issues with this flexible 10-week online course. Learn how to use Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to explore the world around you and share ideas.
Introduction to Permaculture at Aberystwyth University
This course is a wide-ranging introduction to permaculture as an approach to designing sustainable ways of living and working. It will give a grounding in the core elements of a permaculture design approach including the ethical framework that underpins it and the principles from nature that it draws on.
Invertebrate Biodiversity and Population Monitoring Methods at University of Oxford
A five-week part-time course taught entirely online providing expert training for professionals, practitioners and researchers who want to improve their invertebrate survey skills. Can be taken with or without academic accreditation. Discounted student rate available. Part of our Ecological Survey Techniques postgraduate programme.
c-js.info/3jK1Jcw est@conted.ox.ac.uk 01865 286960
Landscape Photography at ACS Distance Education
Learn the techniques necessary to capture the individual expressions of each landscape. Learn about special affects, colour richness, photographic terms, & achieving sharpness. Develop your skill in creating different effects, and using different materials and equipment and see the difference show in your pictures. Distance learning. Start any time.
www.acsedu.co.uk info@acsedu.co.uk 01384442752
Mammal and Reptile Survey Methods at University of Oxford
A five-week part-time course taught entirely online providing expert training for professionals, practitioners and researchers who want to improve their ability to conduct mammal and reptile surveys. Can be taken with or without academic accreditation. Discounted student rate available. Part of our Ecological Survey Techniques postgraduate programme.
c-js.info/3bl8nl0 est@conted.ox.ac.uk 01865 286960
MSc Sustainable Mountain Development at Perth College UHI
Do you want to understand and make a real difference towards the sustainability of mountain regions? If you are working in, or are interested in mountain areas, this unique part-time online course could be ideal for you.
c-js.info/3Mk5Lnr info.cms@perth.uhi.ac.uk 01738 877761
Plant Biodiversity and Habitat Assessment Methods at University of Oxford
A five-week part-time course taught entirely online providing expert training for professionals, practitioners and researchers who want to improve their ability to conduct vegetation surveys. Can be taken with or without academic accreditation. Discounted student rate available. Part of our Ecological Survey Techniques postgraduate programme.
c-js.info/2ZAfHqx est@conted.ox.ac.uk 01865 286960
Plant Science: biology, physiology and symbiosis at Qualiteach Education and Ecology Training
This short online course covers the importance of botany, including plant structure, biology and physiology, growth and reproduction and its role within an ecosystem, exploring symbiosis between plants and fungi, bacteria and insects. The course also covers the food web and plant transport systems (xylem, phloem, transpiration and photosynthesis).
c-js.info/2K8CEHI contact@qualiteach.co.uk 07743712020
Plant Taxonomy Course at ACS Distance Education
Study plant taxonomy. This essential course will help you to recognise a greater number of plants & know when & how to use them. Increase your knowledge of plant families. Understand the advantages of accurate plant identification; but also appreciate the limitations, and occasional contradictions in plant naming.
c-js.info/3DGhh8J info@acsedu.co.uk 01384 442752
Taxonomy: Plant Naming Rules and Structure at Qualiteach Education and Ecology Training
A short online course in plant naming rules (taxonomy) and hierarchical structure (family, genus and species) covering binomials, subspecies and hybrids and the meaning behind scientific names.
c-js.info/2K8CEHI contact@qualiteach.co.uk 07743712020