BTEC Course in Ecuador in Biological Survey Techniques

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Tena,  Rural Areas

Dates: Visit our website for upcoming start dates.

Description: GVI offers a unique opportunity to earn a BTEC certification while you study and work hands on in the rainforests of Ecuador. Join a 5 or 10 week expedition and learn the techniques behind supervising biological surveys. The BTEC is a level 3 Advanced Certificate (equivalent to a UK A-level) that should leave you confident to plan and manage safe and efficient survey teams in the field.

Highlights:
* Intensive in-camp training
* Gain basic knowledge of the environment
* Experience the tropical rainforest
* Spend nights camping out in the rainforest
* Set photo-trapping equipment
* Enjoy wildlife observation from the river
* Assist on nocturnal frog and mammal surveys
* Discover rare and possibly new species
* Learn bush skills and rainforest ecology
* Explore different parts of the Amazon
* Work with and train local students
* Participate in jungle survival
* Learn how to navigate in the forest

Qualifications: No special training or qualifications are required as you will receive training in the field.

Cost in US$: From $3190 for 5 weeks

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Global Vision International's Mission Statement: 2008 marks a decade of commitment from GVI to all volunteers and partners. Global Vision International aims to promote the advancement of sustainable development through the creation of partnerships, promotion of local and global education, opportunities and via direct financial support. GVI remains committed to its local partners by ensuring they receive full credit for any research undertaken or achievements reached.

Year Founded: 1998