Podcast: Importance of continuing education, certification - The Wildlife Society
This resource is a podcast from The Wildlife Society that discusses the importance of continuing education and professional development for wildlife professionals. It highlights essential skills beyond academic knowledge, such as problem-solving, communication, and policy analysis, and emphasizes how professional development helps address funding limitations in the field.
Overview
Added
March 18, 2026
Subject & domain
biology · ecology
Grade range
Grade 9 (Freshman)–Grade 12 (Senior)
Page kind
Podcast
Introduction
Professional Development in Wildlife Management
- Strategic Partnership: The Wildlife Society (TWS) has established a new partnership with American Public University (APU) to enhance professional development opportunities for members.
- Core Categories of Development: TWS Executive Director Ken Williams identifies two essential pillars: academic training and postgraduate development.
- Essential Skill Sets: Beyond technical subject matter, wildlife professionals require proficiency in:
- Problem-solving and structured decision-making
- Communications and policy analysis
- Conflict resolution
- Business management
- Resource Constraints: Professional development is framed as a critical tool for navigating modern funding limitations, enabling professionals to "do more with less."
- Certification Alignment: APU’s fish and wildlife management curriculum is designed to align with the criteria required for TWS professional certifications.
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