Intro to Biochar
Through this course students will learn what biochar is, how to safely create and implement biochar, and more. It focuses on training individuals, hands-on, to manage and implement biochar processes in various environments, from household- to industrial-scale, with the aim of developing industry-valued skills and proficiencies.
To learn more about this emergent industry, it’s ecosystem, and job opportunities, please dive into our Industry & Labor Market Analysis (ILMA)!
Course Format
Course Length: 32 Hours
16 hours in person on REAP’s Alameda Campus
8 hours live with the instructor online
8 hours independent, asynchronous work
Course Price $2500
Stand-alone Course: $1850
Course with Certificate: $2500
*For accessibility, many of the training elements and modules are or will be available on our site for free, online for free, or as on-campus donation-based workshops.
Check our scholarship page for other funding opportunities.
Schedule
Next offering: April - May 2026 through the Regenerative Jobs Program Scholarship.
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Syllabus Overview
*This course is under construction. Check back later for our final outline.
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Module 1: Intro to the Course and the Industry
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Module 2: Foundational Knowledge
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Module 3: Inputs, Methods, & Equipment
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Module 4: Monitoring, Data Collection, & Quality Control
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Module 5: Applications
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Module 6: Related Emergent Industries
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Module 7: Policy & Industry Deep Dive
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Module 8: Opportunities & Conclusion