Have you recently graduated with a degree in the natural sciences but find it difficult to qualify for fisheries jobs? Do you want to gain more experience with field operations to survey fish populations and conduct habitat surveys? Do you have a passion for aquatic environments and want a career in resource management? If any of this rings true, then the Fisheries Field and Lab Techniques Certificate is meant for you. Intended for students with prior college education in a related field and/or relevant work experience, this advanced-level certificate skips the basics and dives straight into the technical expertise to design and conduct fisheries surveys with a focus on population and habitat assessments. Course topics include advanced sampling techniques, fisheries ecology and conservation, quantitative assessments, and stock enhancement principles. Students may also customize their certificate plan with several elective courses ranging from animal genetics to aquatic chemistry to data analysis and more. Fisheries management is increasingly important as our waterways are developed, human populations increase, and aquatic species become imperiled. Managers seek qualified applicants with direct hands-on experience with the variety of field and lab sampling required to complete robust surveys for management purposes. Let’s help you meet your goals and kick-start your career in sustainable fisheries. Meet now with an academic advisor to create a customized certificate plan to get you started. Included in the AAS- Fisheries Science degree.