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Part Time National Certificate in Agriculture
Vocational qualification
Inhouse
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Methodology
Inhouse
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Duration
1 Year
Part Time National Certificate in Agriculture course. An introductory full time or part time course to practical agriculture.
About this course
No formal qualifications are required. Relevant agricultural experience would be an advantage. Entry is subject to interview.
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Subjects
- IT
- Part Time
Course programme
City & Guilds
Course Content
An introductory full time or part time course to practical agriculture.
Course Features
Full or part time mode of study
Develops practical skills and understanding
Modular course
Excellent resources and facilities
Career Prospects and Progression
Successful completion of the course will qualify students to progress to other further education courses such as a National Diploma in Agriculture. The course gives comprehensive practical training for those who wish to enter practical farming.
Modules
Effective Working Practices - Tractor Operation and Maintenance - Crop Establishment - Livestock Nutrition, Health and Welfare - Dairy Husbandry - Beef Husbandry - Sheep Husbandry - Grassland and Forage Crop Husbandry - Machinery and Equipment Operation - Business Practice
Method of Assessment
The course is continuously assessed with assignments, worksheets and practical skills. There is one end of year multi-choice exam paper.
Course Length
1 Year
Time of Delivery
Daytime
Campus
Gelli Aur Campus
Bilingual Provision
The majority of this course can be studied bilingually
Entry Requirements
No formal qualifications are required. Relevant agricultural experience would be an advantage. Entry is subject to interview.
Full-time or Part-time
Full Time and Part Time
Part Time National Certificate in Agriculture