New Zealand Certificate in Organic Primary Production (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
Learn about the factors influencing organic production, the biotic interactions which occur in organic production ecosystems, soil and ground preparation for organic production, and how to control for weeds, animal pest, and disease in an organic production activity.The aims of the qualification are as follows:To gain skills and knowledge that are directly relevant to working or further training in the organic primary production sectorTo provide a base for learners to progress to more advanced studies in organic primary productionTo provide a programme of study that will enhance your knowledge base of organic production growing systems and environments for those working, or intending to work in the sectorThis programme is delivered onsite by the Biological Husbandry Unit Organics Trust (BHU). More information about the BHU can be found at www.bhu.org.nz
About the provider
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) provides quality tertiary education and training across a wide range of subjects and qualifications. From certificates to postgraduate studies, we offer NZQA programmes for students to learn at a level and pathway that suits them.
We are home to the Zero Fees Scheme and are the only tertiary provider in New Zealand to offer a no tuition cost education to domestic NZ students for every year of study, at all levels.
We offer SIT programmes at campuses in Invercargill, Christchurch, Queenstown, Gore, and online through SIT2LRN Distance Learning.
We also have specialised faculties in music and rural education - MAINZ – Music and Audio Institute of New Zealand (Christchurch) and Telford in Balclutha, South Otago.