Full time First Diploma in Gamekeeping AG097

First Diploma in Gamekeeping AG097
QualificationBTEC First Diploma in Countryside and Environment
Qualification Level
Level : 2
What do these levels mean?

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

Times :Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Dates :7.09.09 - 2.07.10

Run by : Agriculture Department.
Tutor : Tim Stephens

Awarding Body
Edexcel BTEC

Is it right for me?
An ideal introduction for school leavers who seek a career in game and wildlife management. The First Diploma provides the practical skills and knowledge that will help students gain employment in the industry. Students acquire a wide range of knowledge, practical skills and industry experience from both their studies and their work experience within a local business. The course includes game and deer management, estate skills and machinery operation.

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

What will I be learning about?
The course consists of the following six units:

• Lowland game management
• Deer management
• 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. The qualification awarded upon successful completion of the course is a BTEC First Diploma in Countryside and Environment. 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 gamekeeping 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 in gamekeeping and wildlife management. Progression is usually onto Work Based Learning (Apprenticeships) or a National Award / Diploma in Gamekeeping.

What else does the course include?

• Key skills,
• Certificate of competence in tractor driving and ATVs,
• NVQ level 1 Land Based Operations.
• Certificate of Competence in Brushwood Cutters and Strimmers

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

What is next?
National Award, Certificate or Diploma in Gamekeeping. NVQ Level 2 in Gamekeeping and Wildlife Management.

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

How much will it cost?
£499
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