Part-Time FIRST DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE

Vocational qualification

In Kent

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Kent

  • Duration

    1 Year

Useful for those requiring a basic knowledge of agriculture, students are trained on machinery and learn how to handle livestock (such as sheep and cows), crops and ultimatly how to work on a modern farm. You will benefit from a combination of lectures and practical farm sessions, all of which is designed to enhance future employability.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Kent
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Hadlow College, Hadlow, Tonbridge,, TN11 0AL

Start date

On request

About this course

Evidence of GCSE achievement at Grade D or above, or equivalent qualification attainment at a reasonable level and profile. Students need to have a willingness to learn and some aptitude for coursework.

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Useful for those requiring a basic knowledge of agriculture, students are trained on machinery and learn how to handle livestock (such as sheep and cows), crops and ultimatly how to work on a modern farm. You will benefit from a combination of lectures and practical farm sessions, all of which is designed to enhance future employability.

Entry Requirements

Evidence of GCSE achievement at Grade D or above, or equivalent qualification attainment at a reasonable level and profile. Students need to have a willingness to learn and some aptitude for coursework.

Location
Hadlow, Swale - Monkshill Farm

Course Duration
1 year, 4 days a week.

Course Content
  • Introduction to animal and plant husbandry
  • Agricultural industry and organisation
  • Practical land-based skills
  • Introduction to land-based machinery operation
  • Introduction to land-based workshop practices
  • Work experience in agriculture - normally a minimum of 25 days on an approved farm
  • Key skills


Assessment Method
Continuous assessment through assignments, projects, practical tests and external assessments. Students are encouraged to relate theory to practice in all assessments.

Progression Routes
Sucessful students can further enhance their skills by enrolling onto a work-based qualification, Apprenticeship or the National Diploma. Alternatively, should they wish to do so, you may gain employment in the agricultural industry.

Specialist Equipment Needed
You will need steel-toe capped boots, wellington boots, waterproof clothing, and Hadlow College overalls.

Part-Time FIRST DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURE

Price on request