New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (Level 3)

Farming

A course by

Toi Ohomai

Start your farming career by gaining practical, hands-on experience covering livestock handling, equipment operation, fencing, and primary industry workplace skills.

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NZQA Level 3 Certification (55 Credits)

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

Available in 2 locations

It will take a total of 1 year

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Practical Farm Skills

Gain practical skills in the use and maintenance of farming equipment and tools.

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Livestock Handling and Welfare

Understand and apply correct animal welfare standards and handle livestock safely.

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Infrastructure and Equipment Maintenance

Find, identify, and repair fencing faults and maintain chainsaws and other farm machinery.

What You're Signing Up For

This certificate provides a foundation for a farming career through practical skills and regular farm work placements. Learn to manage workplace risks, maintain machinery, handle livestock, and understand animal welfare and farming systems. The programme is designed in partnership with Primary ITO, DairyNZ, and local farmers to meet industry needs.

Course Content

  • Management of Workplace Risks and Personal Wellbeing
  • Operation of Mechanised Equipment – Vehicles
  • Operation of Mechanised Equipment – Machinery
  • Farm Infrastructure Maintenance
  • Soils
  • Livestock Health & Anatomy
  • Livestock Handling
  • Technology & Sustainability in Primary Industries

What you need to know first

Admission as per Toi Ohomai Academic Regulations or specific programme regulations.

Evidence of ability to complete academic requirements.

Attendance at an information session may be required.

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Farming

  • Primary Industries

  • Agriculture

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Farm Worker

  • General Hand Roles in Primary Industry Sector