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Nature Restoration*
Level 2

*Previously known as Nature Recovery

Course introduction

Nature is under threat from climate change and pressures from unsustainable land use practices. Nature Restoration Level 2 is designed to equip learners with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary for contributing to nature recovery and conservation efforts. You’ll learn key skills for a career promoting environmental recovery and resilience, studying habitat management, wildlife identification and monitoring, countryside access and surveying. This course is accredited by Lantra.

The course involves a combination of classroom-based learning, practical fieldwork, and assessments to ensure competency in various conservation tasks. This includes designing and carrying out a practical conservation project from start to finish.

BMC aims to support each learner to prepare for and mitigate the effects of climate change in relation to building resilience into the natural environment. It is aimed at individuals interested in starting a career in conservation, looking to enhance their existing skills in environmental stewardship, or make a difference to the world.

What will i learn

The course typically covers:

Health & safety in land-based settings
Introduction to land-based industries
Habitat management
Introduction to safe use of tools, equipment & machinery in land-based settings
British wildlife species
Public land access
Woodland habitats
Urban habitats
Coastal habitats
Prepare a site for planting trees
Tree identification

Why study nature restoration?

Students will study in beautiful real-life countryside settings. Whether you are new to countryside, nature, and environment work, or have some knowledge and basic skills, this course will help you to develop a successful career and make a real difference in national parks, local authorities, and wildlife trusts.

After this course, students may be able to:

Move into a Level 3 course in Environmental Conservation, or Countryside and Environment
Start a career working with a National Park, Wildlife Trust, or land management company
Use this qualification towards entry to the BMC undergraduate course, BA (Hons) Sustainable Futures: Arts, Ecology, and Systems Change

This qualification could provide an introduction or pathway into a variety of future career opportunities including:

Nature Restoration management
Countryside Ranger
Conservation Officer
Nature Recovery Advisor
Surveyor
Ecologist
Positions in Land Management
Environmental Consultant

Why study at BMC

Course tutors have extensive experience from a broad spectrum of areas, bringing innovative techniques and unique knowledge.
No exams! You will produce a portfolio of evidence throughout the year and be assessed via practical observations, brief oral tests, or short written assignments.
In unique learning environments, learn real-world practical skills that will help you achieve your goals in the future.
For Talgarth based courses, you will undertake the BMC Change in Practice Level 2 module 1-day per week, which will enable you to develop your understanding and skills around sustainable development and employability. In this module, you will cover a diverse range of topics, such as ecosystems and biodiversity, active citizenship and project development.
Your learning experience will be enhanced through practical activities, field trips, guest lectures, and projects relating to your subject.

ENROLMENT FEES

Talgarth Based Courses: All full-time students at the College are required to pay a non-refundable enrolment fee of £25. This fee is per student, not per course. The fee must be paid during enrolment.

Treherbert Based Courses: All part-time students at the College are required to pay a non-refundable enrolment fee of £15. This fee is per student, not per course. The fee must be paid during enrolment.

The enrolment fee you pay will depend on your course location and is set by our partner Colleges.

Should you be experiencing financial difficulties and struggle to pay this fee, please let us know during the admissions process as we have some support available.

APPLICATIONS For September 2026 Start are now closed

*Known as C&G Work-Based Environmental Conservation.

Please Note: All course are subject to approval and change.

Location

Talgarth or Treherbert

Tuition Time

Treherbert – 2 days per week, Thurs – Fri | Talgarth – 3 days per week, Weds – Fri

Course Length

1 year, 14th September to July

Minimum Age

16 years (no maximum age)

Entry Requirements

– No formal grades required, but you should be comfortable working at GCSE standard and be able to use basic IT including internet and email access.

Cost

Tuition is fully funded. Enrolment fee of £15 Treherbert / £25 Talgarth. You will need to ensure you can cover your own costs of living for the duration of the course.

Kit Requirements

Warm waterproof clothing and shoes for working outdoors, and a pair of wellies.

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Student Life

At Black Mountains College (BMC), student life is as unique and transformative as the education itself. Whether you’re studying for a degree in Sustainable Futures or completing a vocational course, your time here will be connected to nature, community, and hands-on learning.