Te Mahi Whenua Agriculture Foundation
Tutor: Lizzie Millington
Duration: 15 weeks
Pathway to: NZ Certificate in
Primary Industry Skills (level 3).
ZERO FEES:
Studylink Loans and Student
Allowance approved
Course Overview
Programme is designed to develop people to a level where they have the knowledge and skills, to safely use and maintain a range of farm equipment, under limited supervision.
This programme leads to the New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (level 3).
What will I learn?
Safety and wellness ā boost yourself awareness
Infrastructure and fencing
Working with quad bikes
Working with motorbikes
Working with chainsaws
Get fit for work and be part of a team
Learn sustainable land use
Protecting the land/whenua
How can this course help me?
Learn to plan and carry out farm operations, using mechanized farm equipment. taking in consideration theĀ environmental impact.
New Zealand Qualifications Authority approved programme
Recognised by Employers and other Training Providers
When? Where?
Programme runs for 15 weeks with theory classes being held one day and practical on-farm work experience for four days per week – this can be at your place of work, or we will assist you to find a sponsor.
Programme start date – Rolling intake
Entry requirements
Available to 16 years of age and over
TEC eligibility applies
Studylink Loans and Allowances approved
I don’t have transport
We have a FREE pick up and drop off service in the Thames, Paeroa and Ngatea regions
Need a little extra help ?
We have an on-call literacy and numeracy tutor that can support you, along with your tutors.
