DATES: 30 Aug – 3 Sept 2010

PURPOSE STATEMENT
The qualifying learner assessed as competent against this module will be able to plan, implement and participate in area integrity practices related to protection of natural areas.

COURSE OUTCOMES
A qualifying learner assessed as competent against this module will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the 8 step counter poaching model
• Draw up operational protection plans for natural resource areas
• Demonstrate supervision and training skills for the development of Field Rangers

During the course participants will undergo a theory examination as well as undergo practical exercises.

COURSE CONTENT
1  THE EIGHT STEP COUNTER POACHING MODEL

2  STEP 1 - CRIMINAL INFORMATION AND INTELLIGENCE

2.1  Information Gathering and Evaluation
2.2  Information and Intelligence
2.3  Investigations
2.4  Poaching Site Investigation 

3  STEP 5 - PHYSICAL SECURITY

3.1  Security
3.2  Equipment and Rations
3.3  Observation Posts (OP’s)

4  DETECTION

4.1  Detection Rates
4.2  Detection Zones
4.3  Detection Points

5  EXTENDED CLANDESTINE PATROLS

5.1  Preparation
5.2  Functioning
5.3  Patrol Safety 

6  STEP 6 AUTHORITY AND JURISDICTION

6.1  Job Description
6.2  Key Performance Areas
6.3  Personal Specifications

7  STEP 8 PERFORMING CRISIS MANAGEMENT

7.1Anti-Poaching (Basic) Briefing and Debriefing

8  TRACKING & COUNTER TRACKING

8.1Basic Principles of Tracking
8.2Equipment
8.3Co-ordination
8.4Interrogation

WHO CAN ATTEND?
Any person in the public or private sector who is responsible for planning and implementing strategic operations within protected areas:

• Park wardens / managers, rangers and senior field staff
• People involved with the implementation of security operations and law enforcement within protected areas
• Conservationists who wish to expand their knowledge and broaden their knowledge of protected area management

COSTS
R4600 includes all accommodation, meals, course learning material & training at the Southern African Wildlife College.

SKILLS PROGRAMS
Skills programmes are shorter than a full qualification course, but longer than a short course.

They combine a cluster of unit standards focused around a particular learning area, allowing the student to specialize in an area which may be of direct relevance to their current work. Examples of skills programmes are - Field Ranger, General Field Assistant, Community Conservation Officer, Field Research Assistant etc.

The Skills Programmes registered on the National Qualification Framework (NQF) are in the process of being finalized by THETA (Tourism, Hospitality & Sport Education &Training Authority) .

Keep an eye out here for listings of the latest qualification courses.

HOW TO APPLY
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