The Introduction to Vegetation Identification course aims to equip early-career professionals and emerging ecologists with the core principles of plant identification, including how to put together your own reference collection.
The course will cover the essential concepts and basic principles of:
- Introduction to vegetation classification;
- Landscape and environmental conditions;
- How to compile a reference collection – both physical and digital;
- Introduction to sedge and grass identification; and
- Introduction to tree identification
The course is designed to develop practical skills that allow participants to build their fundamental understanding of vegetation classification, and the identification of common and useful sedges, grasses and trees, using vegetation keys and field guides. The course will be facilitated in-person over 2-days, including field work by Grassland Scientist, Dr Michelle Tedder and Wetland Ecologist, Charlene Russell.
Course attendance details:
This course will be offered as a self-paced online course, with an optional two-day practical. The course has been designed to allow for either type of participation, allowing all attendees to interact with the course presenter/s.
- Option A: Complete the course at your own pace virtually by interacting with online course material only. Cost R1 500.00 (incl. VAT).
- Option A+B: In addition to the online course, an in-person two-day practical will be held at the GroundTruth offices in Hilton, KZN (limited to 20 people). Cost R3 000.00 (incl. VAT).
- Worth 2 SACNASP CPD points upon completion.
To secure your spot, please ensure that you complete this registration form before making payment or requesting a quotation for a purchase order.
If you need to organise RQF forms and invoicing or have any queries about the course, please email courses@groundtruth.co.za or phone +27 (0)33 343 2229.
Please note that your attendance will only be confirmed once we receive payment or a purchase order.