The training is for professional development purposes and is provided by the Vocational School. The certificate obtained does not replace the MYK authorization certificate in training that requires it.

• Introduction to Biological Diversity:

  • Definition and importance of biological diversity.

  • Species diversity, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

  • Ecosystem services and the conservation of biodiversity.

  • Global threats to biodiversity and the impact of biodiversity loss.

• Threats to Biological Diversity:

  • Habitat loss and fragmentation.

  • The impact of climate change on biodiversity.

  • Invasive species and their effect on biodiversity.

  • Overexploitation, pollution, and other human-induced threats.

• Conservation Strategies and Methods:

  • Protected areas and national parks.

  • Species conservation and habitat restoration.

  • Conserving genetic diversity and conservation biology.

  • Sustainable agriculture and forest management practices.

• Monitoring and Assessing Biodiversity:

  • Methods for monitoring and assessing biodiversity.

  • Ecosystem health and biodiversity indicators.

  • Habitat restoration and species reintroduction.

  • Evaluation of conservation project success.

• Environmental Policies and Legal Frameworks:

  • National and international biodiversity conservation policies.

  • The United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and other environmental agreements.

  • The role of local governments and civil society in biodiversity protection.

  • Sustainability principles in natural resource management.

• Social and Economic Dimensions:

  • The relationship between biodiversity and economic development.

  • The economic value of ecosystem services.

  • Involving local communities in biodiversity conservation efforts.

  • Education and awareness-raising strategies.