Human-Wildlife Interactions - Certificate

Interactions between humans and wildlife increase with land use change including increasing fragmentation and development and direct and indirect impacts of climate change. In the Intermountain West, increasing population growth, development, and use of natural resources results in increased proximity and interactions between humans and wildlife. Urban wildlife interactions, such as deer in gardens, large carnivores in suburban areas, and the spread of zoonotic diseases are just some of these amplifying issues. Land-use managers are increasingly called upon to address these interactions at local, state, regional and national levels. Graduates of this certificate pursue careers in a wide range of natural resource fields, including careers that require excellence in natural resources communication and in building partnerships with diverse communities and stakeholders.

While this certificate is geared towards students interested in natural resources, anyone can declare and earn the certificate if they take the required courses.