Cultural Heritage Management Course for the development industry

Understand the complexities of Cultural Heritage Management Plans (CHMPs).

Program Overview

Our practical, expert-led one-day course provides insights on how to navigate CHMP processes as required under the Aboriginal Heritage Act 2006. These important processes ensure Aboriginal cultural heritage is protected before, during and after land development.

If you work in land development in areas of potential Aboriginal heritage significance, this course will build your knowledge about CHMPs. .

This course is designed for individuals working as:

  • Construction Managers
  • Environmental and Planning Consultants
  • Heritage Advisors
  • Land Use and Property Managers
  • Legal and Compliance Officers
  • Local Government Planners
  • Project Managers
  • Property Developers 

Course outline

  • Welcome
  • The importance of protecting Aboriginal heritage and places of significance
  • The CHMP framework in Victoria: compliance, risk and dispute resolution
  • The evolving landscape of Aboriginal cultural heritage management
  • CHMP advisory and engagement with registered Aboriginal parties
  • Case study – Greenfields: how to successfully navigate the CHMP process
  • Cultural immersion walk

Program Duration and Dates

This course is delivered face-to-face from 9:00am-4:00pm, (lunch will be provided).

Next Intake

Please visit the Education Calendar for upcoming course dates.