Environmental and Wildlife Management Degree

The environmental and wildlife management program at Stone Child College prepares students for careers with the US Forest Service, the National Park Service, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service, as well as consulting firms and state agencies. While the focus is on the natural environment, special attention is given to its conservation, use, and improvement. Program courses include: climate, air, soil, water, land, plant and animal resources, and the basic principles of environmental science and natural resource management. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer environmental and wildlife management degrees.

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Stone Child College

1720 E. Garry Ave, Suite 103, Santa Ana, CA

Stone Child College (SCC) is a small tribal college located in Box Elder, Montana. The school offers certificates and associate degree training. Associates degrees are offered in the areas of applied science, human services, business, and general studies. Certificates at the school are conferred on the successful completion of programs that focus on such specialties as information management, customer service, construction technology, or pre-engineering.

Financial aid at the tribal school is provided in form of scholarships and grants. Two scholarships available at the college for eligible candidates include the Native American Studies Scholarship and the Margaret Parisian Swan Memorial Scholarship.

Enrollment at the school is around 240 students and tuition is affordable at $1,440 per year. Students like the low tuition and fees and open admission policy, which accepts all qualified candidates. Weekend study options are available as well as part-time classes. The school also features more than one library on campus. Students particularly like the courses offered in business and management, nutrition, office administration, conservation, and education.

The school can be reached by phone at 406-395-4875.

Career Options for Graduates

Soil and Water Conservationists

Description

Plan or develop coordinated practices for soil erosion control, soil or water conservation, or sound land use.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, soil and water conservationists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.9% from 2014 to 2024

Foresters

Description

Manage public and private forested lands for economic, recreational, and conservation purposes. May inventory the type, amount, and location of standing timber, appraise the timber's worth, negotiate the purchase, and draw up contracts for procurement. May determine how to conserve wildlife habitats, creek beds, water quality, and soil stability, and how best to comply with environmental regulations. May devise plans for planting and growing new trees, monitor trees for healthy growth, and determine optimal harvesting schedules.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, foresters employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).