Level 1 - Introduction to Agriculture and the Countryside
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Level 1 - Introduction to Agriculture and the Countryside
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Description
Learn the basic skills, knowledge and understanding of working in agriculture and the countryside and prepare for employment or progression to a more advanced course, employment or an apprenticeship.
Kingston Maurward offers the ideal environment for students to develop at their own pace under expert guidance. The programme offers a broad range of subjects and practical skills. Assessment takes place throughout the year. Learning support in numeracy, literacy, study skills, IT and vocational skills is available.
Course Content
The course involves aome classroom teaching but the majority of the time is spent doing practical work
- Agriculture, including working with animals
- Tractor driving an…
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Learn the basic skills, knowledge and understanding of working in agriculture and the countryside and prepare for employment or progression to a more advanced course, employment or an apprenticeship.
Kingston Maurward offers the ideal environment for students to develop at their own pace under expert guidance. The programme offers a broad range of subjects and practical skills. Assessment takes place throughout the year. Learning support in numeracy, literacy, study skills, IT and vocational skills is available.
Course Content
The course involves aome classroom teaching but the majority of the time is spent doing practical work
- Agriculture, including working with animals
- Tractor driving and machinery operation and maintenance
- Practical countryside skills
- Conservation and woodland management
- Grounds maintenance and estate skills
- Functional Skills in literacy, numeracy and IT
Days - Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (TBC)
Entry Requirements
Interest and enthusiasm in working in the landbased industries. GCSEs minimum in Maths and English at a minimum of Grade E (or equivalent). Other experience will also be considered.
Progression/Employment
Work-based learning (Apprenticeships), employment, voluntary work or other Level 1 and Level 2 courses at KMC.
Start Date
September 2013
Cost
Full Time Further EducationYour learning is FREE if you are a UK or EU student, aged under 19 years on 31st August in the academic year you start your course.
Aged over 19? The cost of a full-time course for the academic year 2012/13 (starting September 2012) was £1,250 per year. 2013 price to be confirmed
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