New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture
Turanga Ararau
Subject area
Animal Husbandry
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide pastoral livestock farming sectors with individuals who have the skills and knowledge to carry out a range of core tasks relevant to either dairy or meat and/or fibre farming.
This qualification is stranded to recognise the specific skills and knowledge required by the pastoral livestock farming sectors.
The livestock farming industry will benefit by having staff that are able to carry out tasks in a safe, appropriate and effective manner.
This qualification is targeted at people who either have some experience, or who have a desire to work, in the pastoral farming industry, who want to develop their skills and knowledge in dairy farming meat farming and/or fibre farming.
Graduates will be capable of working under limited supervision with responsibility for work outcomes.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
On successfully completing this programme and having achieved all of the Graduate Profile Outcomes, our graduates will have increased skills and knowledge and improved performance for continued meaningful and sustainable employment within the local pastoral farming sector, including iwi interests, at a junior level as farm assistants or shepherds
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
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Government tuition subsidy
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
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National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (06) 868 1081
Fax: (06) 868 1061
Email: sharon@ta.org.nz
Web: http://www.turanga-ararau.org.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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