Program at a Glance
- Three online courses, complete in as little as 6 months
- Comprehensive overview of federal and California endangered species regulations and conservation permitting
- Practical strategies for navigating permitting requirements and supporting successful conservation outcomes
Navigate Conservation Regulations. Protect Natural Resources. Support Project Success.
Balancing environmental protection with responsible development requires a strong understanding of conservation regulations, endangered species protections and environmental permitting. Successfully moving projects forward depends on navigating complex regulatory requirements while supporting long-term habitat conservation and regulatory compliance.
The Conservation Permitting Professional Program provides practical, applied training in federal and California endangered species laws, Habitat Conservation Plans (HCPs), Natural Community Conservation Plans (NCCPs) and conservation permitting through three specialized courses. Designed for professionals working in environmental consulting, government, utilities, transportation, renewable energy and land development, you'll develop the knowledge and strategies to evaluate permitting requirements, coordinate with regulatory agencies and support conservation efforts that contribute to successful project delivery.
Which Courses Apply to the Program?
The Conservation Permitting Professional Program includes the following required courses:
- Endangered Species Regulation and Protection
- Habitat Conservation Planning and Natural Community Conservation Permitting
- Habitat Conservation Plan Implementation
Interested in just one of the courses? You can also register for each class individually.
What You’ll Be Able to Do
- Navigate federal and California endangered species regulations with confidence
- Evaluate conservation permitting requirements and develop practical compliance strategies
- Coordinate effectively with regulatory agencies throughout the permitting process
- Apply Habitat Conservation Plans and Natural Community Conservation Plans to support conservation and responsible development
