Lackawanna College Now Accepting Applications for Conservation and Natural Resource Certificate: Fall 2025

Lackawanna College is accepting applications for their Conservation and Natural Resource (CNR) certificate program. The program is set to begin August 25, 2025, and ends December 12, 2025.

During this 16-week accelerated program, students will complete five undergraduate level field biology courses. The curriculum focuses on the conservation and interpretation of our natural environment. The program includes instruction in subjects such as park management, environmental interpretation, wildlife management, freshwater ecosystems, dendrology and ornithology. Students will experience both classroom and hands-on field training throughout the program.

The CNR certificate is appropriate for anyone seeking a career as a park, forest or resource ranger or related field. Courses are transferable into two or four-year degree programs. Upon graduation, students will receive a CNR certificate and transcripts of their undergraduate coursework.

Applications are currently being accepted for the Fall 2025 semester and financial aid is available.

For more information about the program, please contact Sharon Yanik-Craig at (570) 842-1506 or email yaniks@lackawanna.edu.

Attached Photos. Conservation and Natural Resource students participating in field studies.