NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Kaitiakitanga) (Level 2-3)
Environment
A course by
EIT
An entry-level, hands-on programme for those beginning a primary industries career with a focus on environmental protection, including classroom and practical learning in conservation and primary industry skills.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 32 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop core primary industry and conservation skills
Gain hands-on experience in restoration planting, pest control, nursery work, and erosion management with a focus on environmental protection.
Use and maintain tools and equipment
Learn safe use and maintenance of mechanised and specialist equipment relevant to conservation and land management.
Plan and implement environmental projects
Participate in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of real-world environmental projects in collaboration with conservation experts.
What You're Signing Up For
This 32-week full-time programme combines the NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) and NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (Level 3), with a special emphasis on kaitiakitanga (conservation and environmental protection). Training includes both theoretical and practical components, exposure to local conservation sites, guest speakers, and hands-on project work. Graduates will be equipped for work in the primary industries sector with particular strengths in conservation, ready for employment or further study.
Course Content
- Restoration planting
- Erosion mitigation
- Pest identification and control
- Nursery work
- Seed sourcing and plant propagation
- Health and safety
- Mechanised equipment (LUVs, Quads, Chainsaws)
- Specialist equipment (scrub bar)
- Fencing and infrastructure
- Environmental project planning
- Water monitoring
- Agrichemical application
- First aid
- Data collection and recording
- Track maintenance
- Basic carpentry skills
- Employment readiness skills
- Computer skills
What you need to know first
Open entry for Level 2: reasonable reading level required
For Level 3: NCEA Level 1 or a qualification at Level 1 or above (with evidence of equivalent literacy/numeracy), or relevant knowledge and experience (subject to interview)
Must be at least 16 years of age at commencement
Physically able to complete programme-specific outcomes
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Environmental conservation
Primary industries
Agriculture and horticulture
Future employment opportunities might be
Farm assistant
Conservation worker
Fencer
Orchard worker
Vineyard hand
Assistant gardener or nursery worker