Restoration ecology
Certificate, undergraduate
Advance your career with restoration ecology expertise
The restoration ecology undergraduate certificate prepares you to lead ecological restoration efforts across diverse landscapes. The program emphasizes applied, interdisciplinary training in natural resource science, ecology and habitat restoration.
You’ll gain hands-on experience and develop skills in ecological assessment and restoration strategies tailored to real-world conservation challenges to equip you for roles in government agencies, nonprofits, consulting firms and land management organizations.
Overview
Become a habitat hero
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Have a background or strong interest in natural resources, ecology, environmental science or wildlife management
- Want applied, hands-on training in restoring ecosystems and managing habitats
- Are looking to advance in your current role or transition into a conservation-focused career
- Are preparing for work in environmental consulting, wildlife and land management, government agencies, nonprofit conservation or research
- Are passionate about habitat restoration and making a tangible environmental impact
Career outcomes
Current job openings
2,751 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Postsecondary Biological Science Teachers • Postsecondary Environmental Science Teachers
$82,691 - Conservation Scientists • Range Managers • Park Naturalists
$76,541 - Bioinformatics Scientists • Molecular and Cellular Biologists • Geneticists • Biologists
$90,396
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs and organizations
- Student Chapter of the Society of American Foresters
- Student Association for Fire Ecology
- U of I Logger Sports Team
- Conservation and Environment Club
- U of I Range Club
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.