New Zealand Certificate in Agriculture
EIT
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
NCEA Level 1 or; A qualification at Level 1 or above, with evidence of literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1), or Evidence of relevant knowledge and experience, including literacy and numeracy abilities equivalent to NCEA (Level 1). (In this case the applicant may be required to participate in an enrolment interview with the purpose of verifying the evidence). INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS All applicants must have an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to enrolment in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply); completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3 with any endorsement); approved scores on IELTS tests (Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5); or completion of accepted international equivalents. OTHER 16 years of age at the time the programme commences Be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
90%
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
Free phone: 0800 225 5348
Phone: (06) 974 8000
Fax: (06) 974 8905
Email: info@eit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.eit.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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