Course description
Agriculture (Farming) Level 2 Diploma
This programme will provide you with ample opportunity to work outdoors and build your primary skills needed to work with farm animals and estate maintenance tasks.
Suitability - Who should attend?
At least four GCSEs at grade 3 (grade 2-3) or above, including Maths, Science and English, or a relevant Level 1 qualification at Merit or above. You will need to be comfortable working with a range of animals and will need to pass the reference and interview process.
Training Course Content
What you'll learn
Mandatory units:
- Understand Animal Biology
- Understand the Principles of Plant Science
- Understand the Principles of Soil Science
- Undertake Estate Skills
- Undertake Agricultural Livestock Production
- Understand and Carry Out Farm Livestock Husbandry
- Undertaking Land-based Machinery Operations
- Undertaking sheep production
Continuing Studies
- Passionate, dedicated staff with strong industry links.
- Chance to get involved with estate management.
- 400 acre outdoor classroom including woodlands, wetland and grasslands.
- Fully functioning farm with rare breed sheep and cows, pigs, goats, llamas, chickens, ducks and more.
- Well-equipped workshops and machinery with instruction by subject-specialist staff.
About provider
Activate Learning
Activate Learning is a forward-thinking education group that aims for far-reaching, progressive change and impact through learning. We work with learners as individuals, helping them make the choice of course and career pathway that’s right for them. Our mission is to provide work-ready talent for business, and...
