Natural Resource Compliance

General Admission Requirements: All applicants must meet the general admission requirements for Lethbridge Polytechnic programs, as indicated in the Admissions section of the calendar.

Academic Requirements:  In addition to meeting the general admission requirements indicated in the Admission section of this calendar, applicants to this program must also satisfy the following specific course requirements (or equivalencies):

• Grade 11 Biology
• Grade 12 Math (equivalent to Alberta’s Math 30-2 or a higher level Math)

Note: Admission is competitive. Competitive marks will be based on the average of grades in Grade 12 Math and English and Grade 11 Biology.

Basic computer literacy in the use of the Internet, e-mail, word processing and fundamental processes of spreadsheets is required for the student to be successful in this program. Students lacking these skills are strongly urged to complete a basic computer literacy course prior to entering this program.

Special Note(s): EMPLOYABILITY:

• Natural Resource Law Enforcement Officer positions have specific physical requirements such as vision, hearing and physical fitness. The specific requirements differ with each agency. It is the applicant’s responsibility to confirm that they meet the requirements of the agencies with which they hope to work.
• Persons with a criminal record may have difficulty competing for jobs as Conservation Enforcement Officers in Canada.
• Employers often require that students hold a valid Standard First Aid or Wilderness First Aid Certificate and/or a CPR Certificate to be eligible for seasonal and/or permanent employment. Students are encouraged to obtain these certificates either prior to entering the program or during the first term.
• A number of workshops and short courses sponsored by various agencies are available on evenings and weekends. Students are encouraged to attend these sessions to enhance their credentials for employment.

Note: Applicants who lack the required academic admission requirements can apply to the College and University Preparatory Program to upgrade for your program.

Prior Learning Assessment (PLA): If you have experience working in this field of study, you may be eligible for Prior Learning Assessment.

Your Investment: Students are responsible for the cost of the field trips relating to this program.

FIELD STUDIES SUPPLIES: Students on field studies are expected to provide their own equipment and supplies. This may include:

• 30 cm metric steel ruler
• adequate clothing for cold/wet weather
• backpack for gear
• binoculars
• hiking boots
• orienteering compass
• safety glasses
• water bottle

Equipment and supplies may not be required in all courses or terms. Please consult the course outlines for specific equipment required before purchasing. Field studies schedules are dependent on many variables and may require students to participate on weekends. All program field studies require mandatory attendance.

OTHER REQUIRED SUPPLIES: Available from Lethbridge Polytechnic Bookstore:

• 16x hand lens
• dissection kit
• lab coat
• safety glasses

Available from Sporting, Hardware and Office Supply Stores:

• 4 GB or higher USB memory stick
• 12 or more coloured pencils (pencil crayons)
• 30 cm metric steel ruler
• binoculars (8X40 or 10X50 magnification)
• chest waders (rubber soled)
• clipboard
• Nexus Type 115 or Silva Ranger compass (with declination adjustment screw)
• scientific calculator ($15-$30 range)

For additional information concerning lab or field equipment, contact the lab coordinator at 403.320.3202 ext. 5594.