Forestry/Fire

SKC's forestry program prepares you for a career in resource forest management by teaching plant growth, forest ecology, and sustainable management. Graduates can work with tribal, state, or federal agencies. This unique program emphasizes the connection between forests, tribal sovereignty, and cultural preservation. It offers a two-year Associate of Science degree for forestry technicians, with an option to pursue a Bachelor of Science for professional foresters or further education. The department also provides degrees in Wildland Fire.

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The hydrology program offers interdisciplinary education in water resources, emphasizing theoretical, practical, and management aspects, with a focus on Tribal lands. Completing the Associate of Science Degree qualifies students to work as hydrology technicians in various agencies. The Bachelor's Degree program provides a broader understanding of environmental sciences, enabling research and management roles. The program's objective is to empower Tribal communities by giving voice to their perspectives on water-related issues and improving water resource practices through cross-cultural understanding.

Wildlife and Fisheries

The Wildlife and Fisheries program provides a comprehensive education in wildlife, fish, and habitat studies, with the option to specialize in either wildlife or fisheries. In the first two years, students build a strong foundation in biology, ecology, and natural resource management. Pursuing a four-year degree deepens their theoretical understanding and research skills. Students must complete an undergraduate thesis, preparing them for careers in natural resources or advanced studies.

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Salish Kootenai College offers diverse Natural Resource Management Degrees.

 

The Forestry Program teaches students about resource forest management, with a unique emphasis on the connection between forests, tribal sovereignty, and cultural preservation. The program includes a two-year Associate of Science degree for forestry technicians and options for further education, as well as degrees in Wildland Fire.

The Wildlife and Fisheries program provides comprehensive education in wildlife, fish, and habitat studies. Students can specialize in either wildlife or fisheries, with foundational courses in biology, ecology, and natural resource management. Pursuing a four-year degree deepens their understanding and research skills, preparing them for careers in natural resource management or advanced studies.

The Hydrology Program offers interdisciplinary education in water resources, with a focus on Tribal lands. Completing the Associate of Science Degree qualifies students as hydrology technicians, while the Bachelor's Degree program provides a broader understanding of environmental sciences for research and management roles. The program aims to empower Tribal communities by giving voice to their perspectives on water-related issues and improving water resource practices through cross-cultural understanding.

 

 

 

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