Natural Resource Management

Make a difference in the environment with MVCTC’s Natural Resource Management program, where you'll gain hands-on experience in wildlife conservation, forestry, and environmental sustainability. Over two years, you'll learn to conduct wildlife and plant surveys, manage ponds and wetlands, evaluate soil and forestry conditions, and receive HAZWOPER technician training. Participate in real-world training experiences at Five Rivers MetroParks and earn industry-recognized certifications, including Ohio Hunter Safety Training, Ohio Trapper Training, Ohio Nuisance Wildlife Control, and the Level 1 Wildlife Rehabilitation Certification through Brukner Nature Center. Work-based learning, advanced placement, and internship opportunities prepare you for careers in conservation, park management, and environmental science. With college credit options at Edison State Community College, Hocking College, and Sinclair College, you’ll be ready to take the next step toward a career protecting our natural world.