New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
Get hands-on with nature and learn the art and science of growing healthy plants, fruits, and vegetables. This practical, down-to-earth programme introduces you to the world of garden care, plant propagation, soil management, and sustainable growing practices, all designed to promote a greener, healthier planet.You’ll gain real-world skills and confidence through:· Plant and garden care, propagation, and soil management· Setting up and maintaining a productive vegetable garden· Growing and managing fruit trees, including pruning and feeding· Practising safe work habits in outdoor environments· Learning sustainable, organic methods that support garden ecosystems and water managementOur approach is hands-on; you’ll learn by doing, guided by passionate tutors who support you at your own pace. Classes are scheduled three days a week, making balancing study with other life commitments easy.Whether you’re passionate about plants, love working outdoors, or simply want to grow your own food and live more sustainably, this programme offers the perfect start. From seed to harvest, you’ll discover how to take your garden to your plate feeding your whānau, saving on your budget, and enjoying the simple satisfaction of home-grown success.Graduates are well prepared to progress into our Level 4 Amenity Horticulture programme and continue growing their expertise in the thriving green industries.
About the provider
Based in Hamilton, the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec), is one of the country’s largest institutes of technology. We deliver high-quality education across vocational (technical) and professional fields of study to approximately 13,000 students, across over 130 different courses.
At Wintec students are educated in a way that builds their confidence and gets them work-ready. We differ from other types of tertiary providers in the way students get the chance to put their theoretical learning into practice from the very start. You will get to work on real-life projects based on relevant topics and themes as if you were in the workplace. You will also get involved in work placements. This means that by the time you graduate, you will be confident in your skills and knowledge, and know-how to apply your learnings. Our academic staff have years of industry experience between them, which means they can guide you on your journey.
Wintec maintains collaborative relationships with local industry and iwi to identify the needs of the region and community. Fostering strong networks that our students and graduates benefit from is a high priority for us. Understanding the needs of local industry, what type of graduates they need now, and what they will need in the future is critical to assisting industry and our graduates.