Part-Time NPTC ENTRY LEVEL CERTIFICATE IN SKILLS FOR WORKING LIFE (AGRICULTURE)

The course is designed for those students who have a learning difficulty and is aimed at developing a wide range of work related, personal and interpersonal skills. Through its practical content you will gain a basic understanding of agriculture and its supporting industries, and have the opportunity to build confidence, motivation and greater self esteem through progression and achievement.

As part of the course students will also receive tuition in literacy and numeracy, developing the skills they will need to move on to further learning.

Entry Requirements

Students should be at Entry Level 2.

Location
Hadlow

Course Duration
1 year, 3 days per week.

Course Content

• Recognise a healthy farm animal
• Prepare animal pens
• Clean animal housing
• Weigh farm housing
• Feed young farm animals
• Work safely
• Self profile
• Prepare for and attend an interview

Assessment Method
A portfolio of evidence and task based controlled assessment.

Progression Routes
Successful students can progress into further learning or explore employment opportunities within the industry.

Specialist Equipment Needed
Steel toe-capped boots, waterproof clothing and Hadlow College jumper and t-shirt.