Agriculture Level 2
City & Guilds Diploma
This course is perfect for those looking to pursue a rewarding career in agriculture.
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Level 2
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 1 year
Start date - September - June
Where - Taylor Hill Centre
Course Overview
There is a demand within the agricultural industry for trained, skilled and motivated young people. You will gain experience in a range of agricultural skills through theory and practical sessions, including working with livestock, carrying out soil investigations and cultivation, as well as being given an opportunity to select, prepare and show animals and visit shows and exhibitions.
The course will introduce you to livestock production methods and techniques which
are involved in modern farming systems, concentrating on the species traditionally farmed in the UK and you participate in providing estate maintenance.
You will learn about all aspects of crop establishment, and will develop your knowledge of crop physiology, ground conditions and preparation, crop planting and nutrient supply. You will develop your sheep husbandry skills and look at the health and welfare requirements of farm animals.
During the course, you will be encouraged to take part in a work placement in order to support your learning. Work placements support your learning by providing opportunities for you to apply knowledge to practice, receive feedback and reflect on your own experience.
There is a demand within the agricultural industry for trained, skilled and motivated young people. You will gain experience in a range of agricultural skills through theory and practical sessions, including working with livestock, carrying out soil investigations and cultivation, as well as being given an opportunity to select, prepare and show animals and visit shows and exhibitions.
You will learn about all aspects of crop establishment, and will develop your knowledge of crop physiology, ground conditions and preparation, crop planting and nutrient supply. You will develop your sheep husbandry skills and look at the health and welfare requirements of farm animals.
The course will introduce you to livestock production methods and techniques which
are involved in modern farming systems, concentrating on the species traditionally farmed in the UK and you participate in providing estate maintenance.
During the course, you will be encouraged to take part in a work placement in order to support your learning. Work placements support your learning by providing opportunities for you to apply knowledge to practice, receive feedback and reflect on your own experience.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of four GCSEs with the following grades: English at 3 or above and maths at 2 or above and two other GCSEs at 3 or above.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
Animal Care and Management T Level
You could enter employment in the field of agriculture, working within farms, breeding, nutrition, advisory, retail and more.
You will be assessed through written assignments, presentations and practical work.
This course costs £1,750 for adult learners.
Why work in the Animal Care Industry?
Wide range of jobs in the Animal Care Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the Animal Care Industry
Considered a career in the Animal Care?
If you’re not sure what to study, why not find out more information about different types of possible careers? Or if you know what you career you want to do but not sure what you need to study, we can help you get one step closer to that dream job.
Qualifications & levels explained
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