Online training: Qualitative Methods for Conservation

Do you need to build your skills in qualitative research methods?

Are you planning to conduct research interviews…but you’ve not had any training?

If you’ve answered yes to either of these questions, you need the Qualitative Methods for Conservation course running online at the end of April.

Qualitative research methods such as interviews or focus groups gather text based data – like the transcripts of interviews.

But many conservation professionals are not trained in qualitative methods.  They are not sure where to start and often don’t have an experienced network to support them through a project.

Conservation is a complicated topic.  Qualitative methods (e.g. interviews) gather text-based data.  These methods allow researchers to gather insights into those complex topics, providing valuable tools for gathering evidence.  But they are specialist methods which require a sound understanding of how to use them to ensure that good quality evidence is gathered in safe ways.

The Qualitative Methods for Conservation course gives you the knowledge, practice and confidence to use qualitative research methods in your own projects.  The course is led by Dr Rebecca Jefferson, an experienced social scientist and trainer.  And you’ll join a group of people who share your ambitions to build this skill set in a welcoming space

Here’s some feedback from two previous course participants:

I feel much better equipped to navigate the complexities of qualitative research, community collaboration, and the ethical considerations involved. (Lecturer and researcher, Indonesia)

I was not expecting the course to be as interactive, fun and loaded of interesting tools as it was. I really enjoyed it and had fun, plus I made new friends!  (PhD researcher, US)

If you also want to feel better equipped to use qualitative research, then this course is for you.

The course is run online over five sessions daily from Monday 28^th April to Friday 2^nd May from 10am to 3pm (BST) each day.  You also get a 45 minute 1:1 after the course to support you as you implement your new skills.  Standard rate £450 / reduced rate £385.

To book your place visit https://humannature.co.uk/qmc or email course lead Dr Rebecca Jefferson at rebecca@humannature.co.uk with questions.