Land-based and Farm Skills Level 1

How to Apply

Starts 9 September 2024

Runs at

Brooksby Campus

Level

Level 1

Mode

Full-Time

Starting

9 Sep 2024

Ending

4 Jul 2025
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This is a Level 1 course for those who are interested in working in the countryside or outdoors. You will take part in lots of hands-on sessions and will also improve your literacy and numeracy skills. This will prepare you for progressing onto higher level courses or into work.

  • What will I learn?
    Typical topics include: Safe and Effective Practices in the Land-based Industries; Developing Performance in the Land-based Industries; Industry Experience in the Land-based Industries; Identification of Plants; Contributing to the Construction and Maintenance of Structures and Surfaces; Introduction to Wildlife and Conservation; Assisting With Feeding and Watering of Animals You will learn many valuable skills including: Being Organised; Developing a Personal Progression; Working with Others; Researching a Topic; Finding out about the land based sector; Caring for and Feeding Animals; Growing Plants.
  • Where could this course lead to?
    This course provides you with a well-rounded skillset within the Land Based Industries. Upon successful completion of this course, you'll be prepared to further your land-based education by studying a Level 2 course in Agriculture, Horticulture or Countryside Management.
  • What qualifications or experience do I need?
    1 GCSE at Grade E/2 or above.
  • How long is the course?
    1 Year