South West Lakes Trust - Ecological Survey
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Earners of this badge have demonstrated the skills and experience necessary to carry out biological recording and ecological survey. Through their work, earners have contributed towards the biodiversity value of the places cared for by South West Lakes Trust.
- Type Validation
- Level Intermediate
- Time Months
- Cost Free
Skills
- Amphibians
- Biology
- Biosecurity
- Charity And Social Enterprise
- Demonstrate
- Digital Literacy
- Ecological Survey
- Geographic Information Systems
- Master A Skill
- Research
- Social Media
- Survey Methodologies
- Work Experience
Earning Criteria
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Earner has demonstrated the ability to identify commonly found species within their local bio-region, including the genera mammals, birds, trees, vascular plants, butterflies, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. They have familiarity with appropriate apps, keys, and field guides to assist with this.
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Earner has demonstrated their ability to carry out biological recording of these commonly found species and are familiar with the relevant survey methodologies for recording and submitting data to appropriate regional and national monitoring bodies and organisations.
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Earner is familiar with the relevant policy and legislation underpinning the protection and conservation of habitats and native flora and fauna, and has completed training in Protected Species & the Law.
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Earner has a basic understanding of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and how these are used for the mapping of species and habitats.
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This badge is only available to Students, Members or Employees.
Standards
This badge has been mapped to the Demonstrate Layer of the Cities of Learning Badging Standard. The earner has demonstrated they can apply knowledge with real world context and has gained experience, consistently and applied feedback they have received in order to develop.