Professional and Non-Traditional
The College of Natural Resources is committed to helping individuals of all backgrounds develop their potential, regardless of what stage of life or career you are in. This page features several options for both degree and non-degree seeking students to develop their professionalism and expertise in forestry, fire sciences, rangeland, sustainability and other pertinent natural resources fields beyond the traditional structure of a 4-year undergraduate degree.
From online forestry classes to professional certificates and accreditations, and with resources for those returning or beginning their education at later stages in life, CNR has a place for you to grow as a student and professional dedicated to the management and preservation of natural resources.
Whichever educational path you choose, you’ll become a part of CNR’s diverse alumni network built on partnerships with public agencies and private industries.
- Associate of Science Degrees
- Our two-year AS degrees are offered in Forest Nursery Management & Technology, Forest Operations & Technology, and Wildland Fuels & Fire Technology.
- Non-Degree Options
- CNR has options for online courses, community classes, independent study, research and more for life-long learners. Non-degree options may culminate in one of the below corresponding credentials or certificates but is not limited to a predetermined path.
- Federal Online Job Series
- This online and hybrid series, housed in the Department of Forest, Rangeland and Fire Sciences, features courses with both lectures and in-person workshops, allows professionals to both continue their education while helping them to fulfill qualification standards for specific GS Professional and Scientific Positions.
Federal Online Series Tips
These tips can help you make sure you qualify as a Rangeland Management Specialist when applying for jobs with federal land management agencies like the US Forest Service (USFS), Bureau of Land Management (BLM) or Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
Opportunities for Military and Veterans Viewbook
Veterans have many campus and online opportunities in the College of Natural Resources