Forestry, Wildlife & Natural Resources

Are you interested in working to conserve our natural resources and help keep people connected with nature? With a certificate or degree in forestry, wildlife or natural resources from Front Range Community College, you’ll be at the forefront of conserving our planet.

Through hands-on learning and teamwork, you'll develop important, career-friendly skills such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving. All of these will help you to be effective no matter what your career interests are. Career possibilities include teaching and outreach, forest and wildlife conservation, land management, policy advocacy and consulting.

Whether you're looking for a one-semester certificate program or two-year degree, at FRCC, you'll get the training and support you need to be successful. Our small, hands-on classes, dedicated professors, and friendly staff are here to help guide you, no matter your path. Participants in this program need to be able to walk at least a half mile over rough terrain.

Why Study Forestry, Wildlife & Natural Resources at Front Range Community College?

You'll discover engaging classes, hands-on practice and a huge variety of field experience opportunities. We'll prepare you for a wide range of careers in natural resources.

You can choose from Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degrees in forest technology, natural resources and wildlife or a variety of shorter-term, specialized certificates in:

• Environmental education
• Forestry
• Natural resources
• Natural resources GIS
• Natural resources recreation
• Wildland fire
• Wildlife

You'll gain practical experience through fieldwork. On average, we utilize 35 field sites per semester on ranches, parks, and fish hatcheries. Our caring faculty members will help you map out a future that's right for you.

Degree Options

Certificate Options

Transfer Options

Your AAS degree may transfer to four-year university to complete a bachelor's degree in fields related to forestry, wildlife and natural resources.

We have transfer agreements with:

• Colorado State University
• Western Colorado University
• Northern Arizona University
• Montana State University
• University of Montana
• Utah State University
• University of Idaho
• University of Wyoming
• University of Nebraska Lincoln
• University Prince Edward Island (Canada)
• Lakeland College (Canada)

If you are interested in transferring to earn your bachelor's degree, contact jennifer.lee@frontrange.edu. She will provide details on these transfer agreements to help your transfer process go smoothly. You can also talk with your academic advisor when selecting your courses to ensure you will complete your degree on time with the classes you need.

Careers & Outcomes

Your degree or certificate can open doors for a career in a variety of fields. Although some careers may require bachelor's and graduate degrees, you'll get a strong foundation with a degree from FRCC.

Paid Internship Opportunity

Want to develop research skills that will help you in your future career? Apply for Geo-Launchpad, a paid summer internship open to FRCC students. You'll learn about geoscience careers, which combines many science fields to study our planet. This 11-week program takes place in Boulder and provides housing if needed.

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