Environmental Restoration at Florida Atlantic University is about learning how to repair and renew natural environments. This area of study prepares you to tackle real-world challenges—like restoring wetlands, managing coastal systems, and conserving habitats—by combining science, hands-on experience, and problem-solving. You’ll gain the skills to help communities and ecosystems recover and thrive.
About Environmental Restoration at FAU
Florida Atlantic’s Environmental Restoration certificate stands out for its interdisciplinary approach. You’ll draw from courses in environmental science, biology, geosciences, chemistry, urban planning, and civil engineering. The program is designed to help you meet the rigorous standards of the Society for Ecological Restoration’s Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP) credential. You’ll work with expert faculty and advisors to tailor your studies, build your credentials, and prepare for impactful careers in restoration and conservation.
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Prepare students for professional roles in environmental restoration, conservation, and resource management.
3. Support students in meeting the academic requirements for professional certification (CERP) in ecological restoration.
2. Analyze and solve complex environmental problems using interdisciplinary approaches.
3. Communicate scientific findings and restoration plans effectively to diverse audiences.
4. Demonstrate proficiency in field and laboratory techniques relevant to restoration.
5. Meet or exceed the academic standards required for professional certification in ecological restoration.
Faculty & Staff
Rindy Anderson, Ph.D
Associate Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Biological Sciences
Boca Raton Campus | Davie - DW, 336 | Boca Raton - SC, 207
John D. Baldwin, Ph.D
Associate Dean for Faculty Development, C.E.S. | Interim Director of the School of Environmental, Coastal, and Ocean Sustainability | Professor Biological Sciences
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Biological Sciences
Boca Raton Campus
Randy Brooks, Ph.D
Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Biological Sciences
Kate Detwiler, Ph.D
Associate Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Biological Sciences
Maria Fadiman, Ph.D.
Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Geosciences
Valery E. Forbes, Ph.D, M.S, B.A
Professor and Dean
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Biological Sciences
Jacob Francis, Ph.D
Assistant Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Evelyn Marques Frazier, Ph.D
University Instructor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Biological Sciences
Tobin Hindle, Ph.D.
Scientist & Graduate Program Director
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Geosciences
Colin Hughes
Associate Professor
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Biological Sciences
Boca Raton Campus
Tiffany Roberts Briggs, Ph.D.
Chair and Professor in Geosciences
Charles E. Schmidt College of Science
Geosciences
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