New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture (Livestock Husbandry) (Dairy, and Meat and Fibre)
Tai Poutini Polytechnic
Subject area
Animal Husbandry
Qualification
Duration
22 Weeks
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the pastoral farming sector with individuals who have the skills and knowledge to carry out core livestock husbandry tasks in pastoral farming enterprises.
Learners will benefit by having a qualification within a training pathway that recognises progression through the industry, as well as increased skills and knowledge acquisition to enable improved job performance.
The livestock farming industry will benefit by having staff that are able to carry out livestock husbandry tasks in a safe and appropriate manner.
This qualification is targeted at people with some experience in the pastoral farming sector who want to develop their livestock husbandry skills and knowledge.
To achieve this qualification graduates will be able to carry out livestock husbandry relevant to either a dairy or meat/fibre context to meet the outcomes.
Graduates will be capable of working under limited supervision.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Applicants must be over 16 years of age. Minimum of 3 years at secondary school or completion of NCEA Level 1 or equivalent.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
22 Weeks
Tuition Fees
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Student Success
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National Graduate Outcomes
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 800 411
Phone: (03) 769 9400
Fax: (03) 768 4503
Email: info@tpp.ac.nz
Web: http://www.tpp.ac.nz
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