Agriculture college courses Scotland

...This full-time course is suitable for anyone who has a serious interest in the care and welfare of animals and who wishes to gain the knowledge necessary... Learn about: Animal Care, Full Time...

...of Practical and Knowledge Evidence. After completion of the course the candidate will be competent to carry out duties unsupervised. Duration...

...Chainsaw Operation A very practical hands on course where candidates will practice a range of chainsaw operations such as felling, delimbing and cross cutting...

...Courses are run to order. Saws and PPE can be hired for use for the course...

...A second year case study will allow you to apply your scientific understanding to solve a technical problem on a selected farm. Progression Opportunities... Learn about: Agricultural Science...

...practical work and the production of a portfolio of evidence. The way the SVQ is made up is shown below. The unit title appears in bold and the elements...

...Course Content: Plant Recognition and Protection Soils Plant Biology Horticultural Practices Nursery Procedure Machinery Business Start-up Assessment...

...What Will I Learn Your skills and knowledge in the main areas of agriculture are developed through modules such as Plant Protection, during which you...

...F7TS Monitoring and Maintaining Health and Safety 1. Monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the workplace 2. Maintain good standards of health...

...through modules such as Planning, Budgeting and Control, which will allow you, towards the end of the course, to undertake a Business Case Study on a farm business...

...1 year (August - June) Attendance: Rutherglen Campus: Full-time Part-time Day-release Possible Progression Routes: BSc Horticulture Employment in various...

...Modern Apprenticeships are work-based pathways to recognised industry qualifications. They provide employers support to develop a strong workforce by teaching...

...1 year (August - June) Attendance: Rutherglen Campus: Day-release Possible Progression Routes: SVQ Level 2 Amenity Horticulture 'Skills for Work' Rural Skills...

...study and complete a number of written assignments and assessments. Progression Opportunities: Progression to HND year 2 is at the discretion of the college... Learn about: Anatomy and Physiology, Full Time, Animal Care...

...Designed for those employed in the Horticulture or Landscape Industry. This course is mainly work-based with college attendance to enhance theory...

...How Will I Learn The SVQ Level 2 Horticulture course is completed while at work evidencing their knowledge and skills to the assessor. Progression Opportunities... Learn about: Basic Skills, Craftsman gardener, Industry standards...

...practical techniques and skills. SVQ Horticulture: Amenity Level 3 Course Summary: Designed for those employed in the horticulture or landscape industry at a supervisory level...

...There are frequent visits to growers, nurseries and gardens Progression Opportunities Upon successful completion of this course, students may apply... Learn about: Garden Maintenance, Garden Design, Nursery production...

...Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments Final examination Duration: 1 year (August - June) Attendance: Rutherglen Campus...

...How Will I Learn You will visit nurseries, gardens and landscapes, and also scientific organisations to see how they conduct tests such as seed viability... Learn about: Plant propagation, Landscape Management, Stock Production...