Horticulture Skills (Level 2-3)
Growing & Vines
A course by
EIT
Gain entry-level horticulture and primary industry skills with this conjoint Level 2-3 programme, preparing you for careers and further study in the horticulture industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Rural Studies Unit (RSU), Gisborne
It will take a total of 24 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop entry-level horticulture skills
Graduates will possess the core knowledge and skills for a career in the horticulture industry, including seasonal production and practical horticultural activities.
Operate horticultural vehicles and machinery
Gain the ability to safely operate and maintain a range of horticultural vehicles and machinery typical in the industry.
Undertake industry-relevant seasonal tasks
Be competent in carrying out a variety of production duties aligned to key periods in horticultural industry cycles.
What You're Signing Up For
This 24-week full-time programme combines the NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) and the NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (Level 3), equipping students with applied and practical skills in horticulture production, machinery operation, and seasonal work relevant to the industry. Graduates can operate horticultural vehicles, work with industry-standard machinery, and undertake a range of seasonal horticultural activities, preparing them for immediate employment or further study in horticulture.
Course Content
- Horticulture production fundamentals
- Seasonal horticultural activities
- Safe operation of horticultural vehicles (Hydraladda, quads, LUVs, tractors, ride on mowers)
- Operation and maintenance of horticultural machinery and infrastructure (chainsaws, irrigation, support structures)
- Health and safety in the horticulture industry
- Collegial and workplace skills development
What you need to know first
Open entry: No formal qualifications required
Applicants must be aged 16 or over
Reasonable reading level and ability to follow written instruction
Physically able to complete programme-specific outcomes
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Horticulture
Primary Industry
Agriculture
Future employment opportunities might be
Pruner
Harvester
Pack house hand
Packhouse crew supervisor
Machinery operator