Diploma in Forestry Technician - Conservation at Sault College in Sault Ste. Marie, Canada is a diploma in Energy Engineering programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is CAD 16,208 per year (CAD 3,035 per year for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Energy Engineering
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Language: English
Local tuition: CAD 3,035 / year
International tuition: CAD 16,208 / year
Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
Shape the future of our forests in the Foresty Technician – Conservation diploma program, where you will sustainably manage, conserve, and thrive. This two-year diploma program is designed with a hands-on, field-oriented approach to learning essential skills to prepare you for a successful career. Learn to blend theoretical knowledge with practical skills in forestry, environmental science, and natural resource management. Explore topics like forest ecology, silviculture, GIS mapping, wildlife habitat management, and sustainable harvesting techniques. You’ll love learning in some of the best outdoor spaces, surrounded by endless lakes, streams, and forests, nestled between Lake Superior and Lake Huron. Gain hands-on experience collecting ecological data, identifying unique ecosystem components, and learning about insects and other organisms that threaten our forests and how to safely manage them. You will also use the latest GPS technology and equipment to navigate the best outdoor classrooms in the heart of the Great Lakes. The program emphasizes the importance of balancing environmental health with economic interests, preparing you for diverse roles in forestry – from government agencies to private industry and beyond. With institutions like the Great Lakes Forestry Centre, Forest Pest Management Institute, Ontario Forest Research Institute, and Aviation, Forest Fire, and Emergency Services just minutes from campus, you will have unique opportunities to learn, connect, and advance your career. Test your knowledge and skills with Field Camp and field trips, collaborate in shared workspaces, and kickstart your natural resource career with a co-op placement after second semester. Make an impact by maintaining biodiversity and ensuring our forest ecosystems remain healthy and productive. Graduates of the program not only secure rewarding employment but also find a sense of purpose working outdoors while contributing to sustainable resource management. Shape the future of our forests today by choosing the path to an in-demand and fulfilling career enhancing our natural environment.
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Admission requires an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with Grade 12 English (College Preparation, ENG4C), or mature student status; missing prerequisites can be completed free through Academic Upgrading. International applicants and those whose prior study was not in English must meet the college's general Diploma and College Certificate standard: IELTS Academic 6.0 with no band below 5.5, TOEFL iBT 79-80 with no test score below 20, PTE Academic 60 with no communicative skill below 52, or Duolingo English Test 110 with no band below 105. No portfolio, interview or other condition is stated. The two-year, four-semester Ontario College Diploma is offered with intakes in January and September.
Application Details
Start Date:January and September
Application Deadline:Domestic applicants apply through ontariocolleges.ca: for programmes starting in September 2027, the application system opens on 26 September 2026 and the equal-consideration date is 1 February 2027, after which qualified applications are assessed first-come, first-served until seats are full; Sault College publishes no equal-consideration date of its own, and neither OCAS nor the college states a separate date for the January 2027 intake. International applicants apply directly to Sault College rather than through ontariocolleges.ca; the college states only that applications are reviewed within five business days of submission and publishes no fixed opening or closing date for international admission. These are institution-wide dates; this programme publishes no deadline of its own.
