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New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (General)

New Zealand Management Academies Limited

Subject area

Horticulture

Qualification

Duration

16 Weeks

Total student fees

$2,998

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About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This qualification is intended for people who have a desire to work in the horticulture industry who want to develop their theoretical skills and knowledge in a range of horticulture growing systems and practices.

It recognises horticulture knowledge and transferable skills valued by the horticulture community which will facilitate improved performance in the workplace, entry to a horticulture career and other related career progression, including to higher levels of study.

The qualification is designed to be flexible enough to reflect regional and sector variations in demand for transferable skills and knowledge.

It is also suitable for small block owners or for mature learners who wish to gain knowledge of horticultural science for application in a range of general horticulture sectors.

Graduates will be able to work under limited supervision with responsibility for work outcomes

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

English Language: -Domestic applicants with English as a second language: must be proficient in English language. -International applicants** General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or equivalent NZQA Recognised International English Proficiency. ** International students: enrolment available for Face-to-Face delivery option only in accordance with international student visa conditions.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

16 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$2,998 $2,998
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$2,474 $2,474
Total $5,473 $5,473

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

71%


National Graduate Outcomes

Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:

Median earnings N/A
Earnings range N/A
In employment N/A
In further study N/A
On a benefit N/A

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (09) 309 7802
Fax: (09) 2701269
Email: Quality@nzma.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nzma.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

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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