Horticulture Skills (Level 2-3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
During the length of your studies you will complete the following approved NZQA qualifications:
- NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills [Level 2] 40 credits
NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (with optional Specialist Equipment and Infrastructure strands) [Level 3] 40-60 credits
In particular, the programme is designed to:
- Raise skill levels of horticultural staff.
- Provide stimulating collegial support for workers in horticulture.
- Provide a pathway for ongoing and further study in horticulture.
This qualification provides entry level skills for those beginning a career in the primary industries. It is an applied practical programme.
Subject Areas
A range of horticulture activities will be delivered.
You will also learn to operate and maintain a range of horticultural vehicles, machinery and infrastructure in a safe manner. This may include:
- Hydraladda
- Chainsaws
- Quads
- LUVs
- Tractors
- Ride on mowers
- Irrigation
- Support structures
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements
This is an open entry programme which means no formal qualifications are required. You must be aged 16 or over and you are required to have a reasonable reading level in order to cope with the programme and to carry out written instruction.
You must also be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes.
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.