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Pre-Apprenticeship Diploma in Agriculture Level 1

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LOCATION & START DATE
Duchy College Rosewarne - 9 September 2024
LEVEL
Level 1 Levels Explained
DURATION
1 year
LEARNING AREA
Animal Management & Veterinary Nursing Find out more
ATTENDANCE
Full-time

Pre-Apprenticeship Diploma in Agriculture Level 1

Always wanted to work in Agriculture and Land and need to develop your English and maths skills to get on to your dream apprenticeship?

This could be the course for you. As you study, you will learn and develop the practical skills required for employment in the agricultural sector, whilst gaining additional transferable skills such as tractor driving and safe operation, boosting your career progression. You will also work on your English and maths levels enabling you to progress in your chosen career in the future.

What you will learn

At Duchy College Rosewarne you will find a wonderful learning environment whilst undertaking your theory and practical sessions. These will include the maintenance of equipment, basic operations of a tractor and tractor mounted implements, preparation of sites for planting and maintaining the health of extensive crops.

You will learn how to work safely, ensuring the welfare of yourself and others in the workplace as well as adopting good Bio-security practices to obtain maximum crop yield. All our lecturers are specialist in their given area, providing you with an excellent learning experience.

All units are designed to give you the skills required to start a successful career in Agriculture.

Entry requirements

Grade 2 GCSE or higher in English and maths (or equivalent qualifications)

Assessment

You will be assessed through two external exams as well as a range of practical assessments and written coursework.

Progression

Progressing on to Level 2 General Farm Worker Apprenticeship, Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture or employment.

Duchy College Rosewarne

Duchy College Rosewarne

This beautiful campus set just outside of Camborne has a rich history of national research and is cherished by students and staff. Whether its studying horticulture or animal care, the intimate community feel is the perfect learning environment. With a friendly and entertaining student hub, and the most passionate and dedicated team on hand to support the college experience, Duchy College Rosewarne is renowned for its student experience. Home to the most wonderful animals and plants, this is a truly unique and special place to have your #careercollege experience.


At Duchy College Rosewarne you will find a wonderful learning environment whilst undertaking your theory and practical sessions. These will include the maintenance of equipment, basic operations of a tractor and tractor mounted implements, preparation of sites for planting and maintaining the health of extensive crops.

You will learn how to work safely, ensuring the welfare of yourself and others in the workplace as well as adopting good Bio-security practices to obtain maximum crop yield. All our lecturers are specialist in their given area, providing you with an excellent learning experience.

All units are designed to give you the skills required to start a successful career in Agriculture.

Grade 2 GCSE or higher in English and maths (or equivalent qualifications)

You will be assessed through two external exams as well as a range of practical assessments and written coursework.

Progressing on to Level 2 General Farm Worker Apprenticeship, Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture or employment.

Duchy College Rosewarne

Duchy College Rosewarne

This beautiful campus set just outside of Camborne has a rich history of national research and is cherished by students and staff. Whether its studying horticulture or animal care, the intimate community feel is the perfect learning environment. With a friendly and entertaining student hub, and the most passionate and dedicated team on hand to support the college experience, Duchy College Rosewarne is renowned for its student experience. Home to the most wonderful animals and plants, this is a truly unique and special place to have your #careercollege experience.


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Course Code 12890-DRW-24

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