Cultural Heritage Assessment and Monitoring
Each NRTG course includes free, lifetime admission. Enrol once – come back anytime.
Description
Cultural Heritage Assessment and Monitoring (CHM) introduces participants to cultural resource management by providing methods of conducting assessments of traditional plants, wildlife and riparian features. This four‑day course considers pressures on the landscape, the cultural features of the land, and techniques that can be used to protect these features. Additionally, options for both short-term and long-term monitoring are explored with a cultural heritage lens. This program provides practical Inventory skills in the field utilizing visits to heritage, local, and community locations.
The emphasis of this course is on:
- Cultural Heritage Legislation: Cultural heritage inventories are closely aligned to archeology assessments and this course provides understanding around the legislation differences of both. Also considered are “Living Culture” and historical use of the land and water.
- Research Tools: Tools to collect data or information are described: these include accessing archive information, interviews, detailed mapping, GIS, LIDAR data, and satellite and drone images for cultural heritage research.
- Cultural Heritage Assessments: For conducting assessments, we discuss different survey methods and complete hands-on exercises in plant, wildlife, cultural heritage, and riparian feature inventories.
- Cultural Heritage Protection Techniques: Some methods, from the sharing of knowledge of what other communities and industries are undertaking, to protect cultural heritage are provided.
- Cultural Heritage Monitoring: Monitoring cultural heritage features is important and is described using historical and leading-edge technologies such as monitoring software, drones, trail cameras, photo-point monitoring and videography.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Define the difference between Archaeology and Cultural Heritage in a legal context.
- Develop and conduct Cultural Heritage Assessments.
- Describe Avenza GPS and tools used for Cultural Heritage Assessments.
- Develop and implement site-specific Cultural Heritage Protection Measures.
- Develop and implement long and short-term Cultural Heritage Monitoring programs.
Certification
To successfully complete the Cultural Heritage Monitoring course, participants must earn at least 90% in attendance, and 50% in participation, and assignments.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites.
How do I attend?
This course is available for individual registration via our website schedule, or by contract to community groups or organizations as a private delivery. To schedule a private delivery, please contact us well in advance of your preferred start date.
Who attends?
program is ideal for individuals seeking to begin or advance their skills or careers in environmental management or natural resource sectors. Participants may include:
- Indigenous partners, land guardians, and watchmen
- Environmental or natural resource workers and technicians
- Industry partners involved in resource management
What should I bring or supply?
You will need:
- An electronic device (Phone or tablet) that can accommodate a GPS application
- If you are joining an online delivery, you will also need a computer and stable internet access.
Course Format
This course is offered in two formats: 4 days online including a theory component with student‑led field assignments, or as an in‑person delivery by contract. The CHM field season varies by region, as the program requires suitable ground conditions (unfrozen soil, no snow, and other accessible terrain).
Customize Your Program
The CHM private delivery is customizable to meet your organization or community’s unique goals. We offer tailored content and length of course that matches topics relevant to communities. Flexible scheduling is available to accommodate seasonal or culturally important activities. Contact us to explore customized training programs designed to achieve your goals.
Instructor Profile
Morgan Brown, RFT
NRTG Instructor and Forest Professional
Since 1990, Morgan has trained over 1,000 environmental practitioners. Highly regarded, Morgan uses his 30+ years of experience to passionately share knowledge and is able to deliver focused material that brings value to the client and students. Through patience, empathy, and kindness he makes a direct connection with many of the students and passes on his experience in a meaningful format.