Continuous Improvement in Horticultural Industries (Micro-credential)

Prerequisites
No prerequisites

Selection criteria
Entry to the programme of study will be in order of receipt of applications and enrolments by applicants who meet the entry criteria required under the programme regulations; and, have appropriate capabilities in order to successfully complete the programme of study.

Entry Criteria
* Successful completion of a Level 4 certificate or above (or equivalent), preferably in the Primary Industries subject area, OR

* For applicants 20 years or older without any of the above academic criteria, evidence of relevant knowledge and experience, and the ability to undertake tertiary study at diploma level is required. In this case the applicant will be required to participate in a Pre-enrolment interview with the purpose of verifying the evidence.

In exceptional circumstances an applicant who does not meet the academic entry requirements may be granted entry to the micro-credential where they supply evidence to satisfy the Academic Committee of their ability to succeed on the programme.
* Students ideally demonstrate significant workplace experience (e.g. a supervisory and/or management role OR equivalent) within the horticulture industry.
* Students will be required to provide evidence that they can progress through the programme of study. This may require any or more of the following:
- Pre-Enrolment Interview
- Challenge assessments
- Submission of a portfolio of work
English language
Tuition is conducted in the English language. Fruition Horticulture requires all its students to be sufficiently competent in English to enable them to take part in academic study successfully. If English is not the learners/nga ākonga first language, they will need to demonstrate that their English is good enough to study successfully at university/tertiary level.

Fruition recognises achievement through an IELTS academic score of 6.0 overall, with no individual component less than 5.5. Further information on equivalent test can be found at https://www.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/our-role/legislation/nzqa-rules/nzqf-related-rules/the-table/

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This micro-credential addresses the evolving needs of the horticultural industry, aligning with industry initiatives and fostering advanced technical and managerial capabilities. This programme aims to enhance industry expertise, particularly in horticulture and viticulture, catering to learners seeking flexible, stackable qualifications to balance work, community, and family commitments.

Main Campus Office

Phone: (07) 928 5350
Fax: (07) 928 5355
Email: sandyscarrow@fruition.net.nz
Web: http://www.fruition.ac.nz