Technical Certificate in Agriculture

Ready to kick-start your future in agriculture? Our Level 2 Agriculture course is ideal if you’re passionate about farming, the countryside, animals, crops or machinery whether you already have some experience or are just starting out. You’ll gain practical experience while learning about: Agricultural machinery and technology. Crop production and husbandry. Animal husbandry and care. Plant and animal physiology. Working safely and effectively on a commercial farm. You’ll regularly work on our modern commercial farm, using industry-standard equipment and experiencing the latest technology, farming practices and biosecurity measures. This means you’ll build the practical skills, knowledge and confidence employers are looking for. The course can open the door to more than 200 careers across the UK agricultural industry, from working with livestock, crops and machinery to progressing into specialist areas of farming and land-based work. Many students go on to study our Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Agriculture. You may also have the opportunity to gain additional qualifications alongside your course, helping you stand out and prepare for your next step. Whether you want to start working in agriculture or continue your studies, this course is the perfect place to begin.

The City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture is ideal if you’re progressing from a Level 1 course or already have some practical farming experience. You’ll build the technical knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to take your first steps into modern agriculture.

You’ll learn how farms and agricultural businesses operate while developing experience in areas including:

• Livestock production and animal care

• Crop production and husbandry

• Agricultural machinery and technology

• Estate maintenance

• Plant and animal physiology

• Health and safety in the land-based industries

A significant part of your course will take place on our commercial farm. You’ll gain valuable practical experience using industry-standard equipment and working with modern farming systems, technology and biosecurity practices. This practical approach will help you develop the skills employers are looking for and prepare you for the realities of working in the agricultural industry.

Whether you want to progress into employment or continue to higher-level study, this course will give you a strong foundation for your future in agriculture.

Units include:

• Health and Safety for the Land-based Industries

• Agricultural Power Units and Machinery Operation

• Crop Husbandry

• Farm Animal Production

• Farm Estate Maintenance

• Physiology of Plants and Animals

• Working in the Agricultural Industry

Units include:

• Health and Safety for the Land-based Industries
• Agricultural Power Units and Machinery Operation
• Crop Husbandry
• Farm Animal Production
• Farm Estate Maintenance
• Physiology of Plants and Animals
• Working in the Agricultural Industry

Assessment for this qualification includes:

• Health & safety for the land-based industries theory examination
• External theory examination covering all units
• Synoptic assignment drawing together knowledge and skills from across the qualification

4 GCSEs at grade 3 and above to include English or Maths OR a Level 1 in a related subject plus English or Maths, at least grade 3 or Functional skills level 1

Many students successfully progress from this course onto the City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Agriculture, while others move directly into employment or apprenticeships within the land-based sector. You may also have the opportunity to gain additional industry-relevant qualifications alongside your programme.