National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) (Level 4) with strands in Amenity Horticulture, Fruit Production, Landscape, Nursery Production, Postharvest, Production Horticulture, Viticulture, and Vegetable Production
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
This qualification has been designed to be assessed in the workplace and to recognise the applied skills, knowledge and experience required by employers in the horticulture sector.
All Modern Apprentices and trainees intending to complete a three-year apprenticeship in horticulture will enrol in a programme leading to this qualification.
People who achieve this qualification have the ability to undertake a wide range of horticultural tasks at an advanced tradesperson level, with extensive operational knowledge and skill in one or more sectors of the horticulture industry.
Holders of this qualification have specialised in at least one sector of the industry, and achieved one strand of the qualification. To increase skills and knowledge, and their employment opportunities, they may choose to work and train in two sectors or more of the industry, and achieve two strands or more of the qualification.
The elective structure of the qualification allows employers the flexibility to tailor programmes to meet individual skill needs that reflect the diverse roles in the horticulture industry. Employers are advised to consider safety requirements which may include standards in driving, chainsaws, first aid, and safety in the workplace.
Primary Industry Training Organisation supports the concept of continuing and lifelong education, and encourages students to consider future training options. Credit transfer arrangements have been included in the National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) (Level 4) with strands [Ref: 1015] to provide linkage and progression into horticulture programmes at Lincoln University and Massey University.
About the provider
Our land and sea are precious, productive and leading New Zealand's recovery. Now's the time to learn more, up skill and be part of a successful future.
Primary ITO is the only organisation in New Zealand dedicated to provide training and qualifications to over 30 primary industries.
We're here to coach and teach, share the knowledge and build confidence, ambition and capability.
In short, to grow smart, innovative people in organisations where careers offer so much more than just a job.
The prospects are exciting - out on the land, inside a lab, knee deep in technology or leading the way in innovative food production.
The career choices are endless with serious rewards and Primary ITO provides the training and recognised qualifications to help everyone grow.
As of 1 July 2020, the Government will cover training fees until 31 December 2022 for training in many of our primary sector industries. See below for more and conditions. FREE Apprenticeships and Training
Kia ora anō tātou – best wishes and stay well.
The team at Primary ITO