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Managing school or college grounds for biodiversity - free online course
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Managing school or college grounds for biodiversity - free online course

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Introductory
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Flexible on demand training - takes 1-2 hours to complete Short Course Online

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A practical guide to enhancing and maintaining biodiversity on school or college grounds, this free online training course is aimed at managers of any outdoor setting. The course has been developed by Natural England and Department for Education in collaboration with the National Biodiversity Data Centre Ireland, and meets education policy standards whilst bringing together best practice from across the environment sector and industry. Modules include habitat creation, climate adaptation, planting for pollinators and growing of food. Inspiration and practical guidance has been collated from a range of specialist providers.

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