Full time First Diploma in Countryside and Environment CM001

Vocational qualification

In Dorchester

£ 499 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Vocational qualification

  • Location

    Dorchester

  • Duration

    34 Weeks

The First Diploma provides the practical skills and knowledge that will help you gain employment in the industry. You will acquire a wide range of knowledge, practical skills and industry experience from both your studies and your work experience within a local business. Suitable for school leavers who seek a career in the countryside and rural environments.

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Location

Start date

Dorchester (Dorset)
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DT2 8PY

Start date

On request

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Course programme


First Diploma in Countryside and Environment CM001
QualificationBTEC First Diploma in Countryside and Environment
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?

Duration :3 days per week for 34 weeks (full time)

Times :Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Dates :September 2010 ' July 2011

Run by : Countryside Management and Countryside Skills Department.
Tutor : Tim Stephens

Awarding Body
Edexcel BTEC

Is it right for me?
An ideal introduction for school leavers who seek a career in the countryside and rural environments. The First Diploma provides the practical skills and knowledge that will help you gain employment in the industry. You will acquire a wide range of knowledge, practical skills and industry experience from both your studies and your work experience within a local business. The course includes habitat conservation, woodland ecology, estate skills and machinery operation.

What qualifications will I need?
Interest and enthusiasm in the countryside and the environment. The ability to cope with written work. English and Maths GCSEs at Grade D/E.

What will I be learning about?
The course consists of the following six units:
  • Conservation and Improvement of British Habitats
  • Ecology of Trees and Woods
  • Practical Land'based Skills
  • Land'based Machinery Operation
  • Industry and Organisations
  • Work Related Experience

Key Skills in Numeracy, Communications and IT will also be developed ' the level will depend upon your qualifications at entry. Completion of a First Diploma is equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grades A* to C.

Additional qualifications include NPTC Certificate of Competence in Brushwood Cutters and Strimmers. First Aid and Manual Handling are also taught.

What is involved?
Study at Kingston Maurward College 3 days per week and undertake work experience within a local business 2 days per week. The course is delivered by lectures, practical instruction, demonstration and visits. Approximately half the time in College involves practical work.

Where will it take me?
A practical career on a rural estate or with a local government authority. Progression is usually onto Work Based Learning (Apprenticeships) or the National Certificate / Diploma in Countryside Management.

What else does the course include?
Not applicable

What materials are required?
Outdoor clothing, overalls, waterproofs, steel toe cap safety boots, calculator, basic stationery. Tetanus protection is recommended.

What is next?
National Certicate / Diploma in Countryside Management or Work Based Learning (Apprenticeships).

How will I be assessed?
Assignments, practical tests and observation of performance.

How much will it cost?
£499

Full Time Further Education
Your learning is FREE if you are a UK or EU student, aged under 19 years on 31st August in the academic year you start your course.

Money Matters
Notes
Additional qualifications include Tractor Driving Certificate (NPTC) and NVQ Level 1 Land'based Operations

Full time First Diploma in Countryside and Environment CM001

£ 499 + VAT