Teagasc
Location
Ballyhaise, Clonakilty, Gurteen, Kildalton, Mountbellew, Pallaskenry
Educational program name
Distance Education Green Certificate (for Non Agricultural Award Holders)
Language
English
EQF level
4
I-VET / C-VET
C-VET
Modality
Formal
Short Summary
This course has been developed to meet the training requirements of graduates from other non-agricultural award programmes who are interested in farming. The course requires in the region of 190 hours of direct contact (including classroom sessions, and practical skills instruction.
Keywords/Topics
Principles of Agriculture,
Farm Safety and Farm Assurance,
Soils and the Environment,
Farm Business and Technology,
Safe Use of Pesticide Products,
Work Practice (home farm),
Farm Performance Measurement,
Farm Management and Business Planning,
Sustainable Farming in the Environment, and
Applied Livestock Breeding & Grassland Management/Crop Production Management
Cost
€2990. While €7,000 for a Non-EU Citizen
Certification
QQI
Start date
2022-09-01
Duration
15-18 Months
Key skill set
Analytical, listening, communication, problem solving skills
Category
Agricultural Regulation
Entry conditions
Applicants must have Level 5 or higher major award in a non-agricultural discipline. Applicants must also have continuous access to a commercial farm in the Republic of Ireland (home farm or approved nominated farm). They must have access to all farm details.
Learning outcomes
on the completion of this course, learners will acquire the necessary skills and competencies required to be successful in the farming business, particularly focusing on sustainable practices.