This course provides a basic introduction to the care of a variety of domestic animals. Areas of study will include feeding, cleaning and handling animals as well as additional modules covering work safety and skills development in the land-based industries. Time will be spent in the classroom and in the College’s purpose built Animal Studies Centres developing practical skills.
Students must have an interest in the subject. A portfolio of written work must be completed as well as a short on-line assessment.
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Gain the confidence to explore the hills with the Mountain Training Hill Skills Course. This course is not a formal leadership qualification but provides a solid foundation for further development. It's a fantastic stepping stone towards the Hill and Moorland Leader Award or simply a great way to…
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This course is the foundation module for pesticide application. To spray pesticide products, an individual must also hold an application module (such as a PA6 or PA2 qualification) in addition to the PA1. This course is suitable for those working in forestry, agriculture, horticulture or…
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This course is suitable for those working in forestry, agriculture, horticulture or greenkeeping. It is based around the National Proficiency Test Council PA2 (Mounted Crop Sprayers) Test and is aimed at those intending to apply pesticides or currently spraying pesticide using a tractor mounted…
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The PA6 qualification is designed for people who are involved in the storage, handling and application of pesticides using handheld equipment and maintaining handheld sprayers. The training is based around the National Proficiency Test Council PA6 (Hand Held Applicators) Test and is designed to…
Managing Herbal Leys
Agritourism Workshop
Introduction to Forestry for Military Personnel