Delivery at Nudgee Beach
Unlike many school-based VET programs, students complete learning through authentic conservation projects across a range of natural environments.
The Nudgee Beach program incorporates:
- coastal and wetland ecosystem restoration
- bush regeneration
- revegetation projects
- wildlife habitat improvement
- Indigenous cultural learning
- conservation fieldwork
- environmental monitoring
- visits to culturally significant sites
- industry engagement.
Students work in real environments using industry-standard equipment under the supervision of qualified staff.
Course Structure
The course is delivered over 25 program days, final structure to be confirmed
Each block builds on previous learning, allowing students to progressively develop both practical skills and theoretical understanding.
Between delivery blocks, students may complete supported theory tasks through their school.
Student Requirements
Students should:
- Have an interest in the environment
- Enjoy practical outdoor learning
- Be prepared to work in varying weather conditions
- Participate safely in physical activities including walking, lifting, digging and planting
- Wear enclosed footwear and suitable outdoor clothing.
- No previous conservation experience is required.
What is provided?The course fee includes:- all learning materials
- assessment materials
- workbooks
- iPad access during the program
- PPE including safety boots, helmets, safety glasses and hearing protection
- tools and equipment
- plants for restoration projects
- transport between Nudgee Train Station and NBEEC each day
- excursion transport
- Elder protocol talks
- overnight accommodation and meals for the Cherbourg experience
- access to all practical learning activities
- Registered Training Organisation qualification fee (funded through Alex Fraser Nudgee).
Course Fees
The total cost of delivering the qualification is $975 per student.
Through the generous support of Alex Fraser Nudgee, the $350 Registered Training Organisation fee has been fully funded for all students participating in 2027.
The fee payable by schools in 2027 is therefore: $625 per student
The course fee is invoiced after Day 5 following confirmation of student enrolments and is non-refundable if a student withdraws after commencement.
School Responsibilities
Participating schools are responsible for:
- nominating suitable students
- supporting attendance across all delivery blocks
- monitoring completion of theory components
- communicating with NBEEC regarding student progress
- advising of enrolment changes where required.
These responsibilities align with the requirements of the Registered Training Organisation.
Expression of Interest
Schools wishing to participate should contact us at bookings@nudgeebeacheec.eq.edu.au.
Following confirmation of places, schools will receive:
- enrolment documentation
- course schedule
- parent information
- consent forms
- pre-course requirements.