Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme & Back to Education Initiative
Location
Galway
Educational program name
Agriculture
Language
English
EQF level
4
I-VET / C-VET
C-VET
Modality
Formal
Short Summary
This is an excellent second-chance education course for any person that is currently engaged in farming in a part or full-time capacity. The course is also suitable for learners who wish to start a career in the agriculture industry. This course is very practical with lots of skills learned throughout the course. This program focuses on beef and sheep husbandry skills and farming techniques relevant to the Connemara area.
Keywords/Topics
Work Practice,
Principles of Agriculture,
Farm Safety and Farm Assurance,
Soils and the Environment,
Farm Business and Technology,
Safe Use of Pesticide Products
Cost
Fees payable, not disclosed
Certification
QQI
Duration
36 Weeks (Full time)
ECTS or Hours
120 ECTS
Key skill set
Strong interpersonal, mechanical and good listening skills
Category
Crop and Livestock Production
Entry conditions
Junior Certificate or equivalent.
Learning outcomes
Successful students will acquire skills and knowledge in the beef and sheep husbandry including diversified farming techniques.