New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Farming Systems) (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
Imagine the joy of working outside on a farm! If farming’s your thing, this course will get you started.
You gain the introductory skills and knowledge right here to prepare you for your first job. You could put your skills to work in sheep, beef or dairy farming, or in any other agricultural sector.
Get ready for plenty of hands-on learning! Drive a quad bike and tractor, build a fence and drench stock. Animal anatomy, plant biology and soil science are also covered.
As part of the course, you're in the real world two days a week, gaining hands-on experience with industry experts.
Get started in your career today and become part of New Zealand’s booming agricultural industry.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Farming Systems) (Level 3) New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (Level 3)
*Note: You'll be enrolled on this course and the New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (Level 3)
Entry requirements
Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
Information Session
You’ll be invited to an information meeting. This is your opportunity to find out more about the course content and to make sure you're on the most appropriate course for your career aspirations and current level of experience.
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
For courses at levels 1-3, domestic and international students will be required to:
Provide evidence of ability to complete academic requirements.
Other Considerations
Due to health and safety factors, there may be limits on the numbers of students that can be accepted on the course.
English language requirements
Level 3 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
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*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest tertiary provider in the Bay of Plenty and the third largest institute of technology in New Zealand. We are home to more than 14,000 students, more than 1,000 staff, and we offer more than 150 study options ranging from certificate to post-graduate level.