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Natural Resources/Environmental Science

Overview

The Natural Resources & Environmental Science Pathway provides students with opportunities to explore diverse and high-demand careers connected to environmental stewardship, wildlife conservation, land management, and ecological sustainability. Whether you aspire to work in forestry, water quality, wildlife biology, or natural resource technology, this pathway opens the door to meaningful, impactful careers that protect and preserve the world around us.

Related Job Titles: Wildlife Technician, Environmental Scientist, Park Ranger, Water Quality Technician, Forestry Technician, GIS Technician, Conservation Specialist, Natural Resources Manager, Ecological Restoration Technician, Soil & Water Conservationist, Fire Mitigation Specialist, Outdoor Recreation Manager, Sustainability Coordinator, and more.

Participate in a Career Student Technical Organization (CTSO):
Future Farmers of America (FFA)

 

Courses Included

  • Level 1
    • Introduction to Agriculture (A/B)
  • Level 2
    • Principles of Natural Resource Management (A/B)
  • Level 3
    • Wildlife & Fish Management/Forestry Management (Anticipated for 2027)
  • Level 4
    • Agricultural Leadership, Work-Based Learning in Agriculture, and Environmental Science (ACC Concurrent enrollment ENV 1111)
 

Concurrent Enrollment

Our partnership with Aims Community College creates opportunities for students to earn high school credit and college credit at the same time through concurrent enrollment.

  • Aims Community College:
    • Environmental Science
 

Industry Certificates

Students can earn nationally recognized certifications which proves they have the skills employers need and can lead to employment opportunities not otherwise available.

  • Ducks Unlimited Ecology Conservation & Management Certification
  • Leave No Trace Trainer Certification
  • Colorado Parks & Wildlife Volunteer Ranger Training
  • GIS/Mapping Fundamentals Microcredentia
  • OSHA 10

Have a Question?

James Campion
RHS College and Career Counselor
Phone: (970) 515-3605    
Dr. Rebecca Albert Vollrath
Director of Career and Innovation
Phone: (970) 776-0325