This practical 2-day intermediate course will teach you the fundamentals of using UK Habitat Classification (UKHab) to map and assess a wide range of commonly encountered habitats.

The UK Habitat Classification (UKHab) has become the industry standard, not least because it is integral to DEFRA’s Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) metric. From ecological consultancy to conservation, this system offers a straightforward yet comprehensive system for mapping habitats and their ecological value.

Field Studies Council and UKHab Ltd. have partnered to deliver these courses and other training related to UKHab surveys.

 

Tutor: Julie Riley

Julie Riley MCIEEM is a Consultant Ecologist with extensive experience of working in the environmental sector, specialising in botany and habitat surveying. Julie attended UKHab ‘train the trainer’ in 2020 and has extensive experience of working with and training on JNCC Phase 1 habitat surveying, UKHab surveying and Biodiversity Net Gain work.  Julie holds a FISC Level 4 botanical certification and enjoys helping professionals, volunteers and members of the public to improve their plant identification skills.