New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Agriculture) - Dairy Farming
Level 2
Overview
Level of study
Level 2
Cost (incl GST)
Was from $586.50, now from $293.25*
Length
7 months
Prerequisites
Learners must be employed in the sector.
*Get up to 50% off fees in 2024, only applies to funded learner fees. Learn more here.
Vehicle and machinery units available at an additional cost.
Non-funded fee from: $1,979.92. Please note, this fee will only apply for non-funded learners – learners who are not employed in the industry, do not meet the entry requirements of the programme, or are not classed as “domestic learners” under the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) funding rules. For more information, visit the TEC website here.
Summary
This programme sets learners up with basic knowledge and skills to work safely and confidently on a farm. It’s a great first step to an apprenticeship.
Topics covered
- safe handling of livestock and behaviours
- assisting with milking and knowledge of the milking shed equipment and hygiene
- assisting with feeding
- assisting during calving and/or lambing
- fencing (installation and maintenance)
- planting and caring of trees and shrubs
The following choices are available to add into the programme:
- Safe handling of agri-chemicals
- Chainsaw
- Tractor
- Quad Bike
- LUV
- Motorcycle
Enrolment Forms
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