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Conservation Officer Certificate
Lake Area Tech’s Conservation Officer certificate prepares law enforcement students and officers for work in natural resource and conservation settings. Developed in partnership with South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks, the program focuses on the skills needed to operate effectively in the field.
Offered during the summer semester, this one-semester certificate includes hands-on training in conservation laws and regulations, plant and wildlife identification, land and wildlife management, and the safe operation and maintenance of field equipment.
This program is available only to Lake Area Tech Law Enforcement students and certified law enforcement officers. As a stand-alone certificate, it is not eligible for financial aid.
Conservation Officer Certificate Learning Outcomes
- Identify regionally significant wildlife, fish, plants and grasses.
- Interpret the principles of habitat, land and wildlife management.
- Apply conservation and parks laws/regulations to conservation law enforcement scenarios.
- Demonstrate the equipment maintenance, operation, and safety skills needed in the field.
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Estimated Cost
At Lake Area Tech, there are no surprises. View expected expenses below, so you can plan ahead for a successful year.
| Tuition | $1,608 |
| State Fees | $540 |
| Departmental Fee | $444 |
| Campus Support Fee | $372 |
| Uniforms | $80 |
| Laptop (What laptop should I get?) | $1,190 |
| Total Estimated Program Cost: | $4,234 |
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Note that other indirect costs, such as housing, food, transportation, personal and other miscellaneous costs will vary for each student’s situation, and are not included in this estimate. You can find these estimates and a semester breakdown in the PDF cost breakdown worksheet.
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