Level 1 Certificate Farm Animal Production
Introduction
If you want to explore the farming and livestock industry, this course could be the start of your journey into the fulfilling world of agriculture.
- Gain a hands-on introduction to farming.
- Get practical experience on our campus farm, working with livestock and machinery.
- Learn from experienced staff, with small class sizes for dedicated support..
Designed as a general introduction to agriculture, you don't need any experience before starting this course.
Over one year, you'll get experience with livestock, machinery, tools and equipment. You'll also learn how to raise, care for and prepare livestock for commercial purposes.
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Entry requirements
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Fees and funding
Facilities
Hands-on learning
Study on our countryside campus, which features:
- a campus farm, and animals including sheep, pigs and cattle
- a range of arable crops and grass leys
- areas managed for conservation enhancement
- a dedicated Science Centre.
Outstanding student support
Join our student community and:
- learn from experienced tutors, who'll provide encouragement and feedback
- make full use of facilities including library and IT resources
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing, and more.
Awarding body
OCN London
This course has been endorsed by OCN London, confirming that the content is appropriate and consistent with current industry practice and will allow learners to enter employment in the outdoor activities sector.
Careers and educational progression
This Level 1 qualification prepares you for further learning, or to start work in agriculture.
You might continue your studies, by progressing to a Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture, or explore options in apprenticeships.
This course is also a stepping stone into the agriculture industry. Potential career opportunities include:
- Farm worker/Farm assistant
- Tractor driver
- Shepherd
