Agriculture - Crops & Machinery Management
This training will provide students with the latest technology, information and management skills necessary for a career in the crop and machinery industry.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
2 years
The Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture is one year, and the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture is one year.
Entry Requirements
The initial application should be made for the Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture Programme. Applications are made online through the Teagasc public website: www.teagasc.ie/agriculture-courses/.
On successful completion of the Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture, applications can be submitted for the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Crops and Machinery).
Careers / Further progression
Progression
On successful completion of the programme students can apply to progress to the Teagasc Higher Education Farm Manager Apprenticeship or seek to progress through the higher education links scheme. To get full details of the range of Higher Education institutions and programmes available under the scheme, please contact the admissions office of the individual Higher Education institution or visit www.cao.ie.
Advanced entry into higher education:
Holders of a Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture can apply for advanced entry into certain degree programmes. Places are limited. Additional information can be accessed via the relevant college website.
Employment:
Graduates of the Advanced Certificate can progress into employment in the Crops and Machinery sector
Further information
Commences late Aug/early Sept
Grants
Teagasc student maintenance grant Teagasc provides student maintenance grants to eligible students participating on full-time Level 5 and Level 6 programmes. Assessment for eligibility is based on criteria similar to those for higher education student maintenance grants. Please note that Teagasc student maintenance grant applications are not processed by Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI). Additional information can be accessed at: www.teagasc.ie/education/ going-to-college/grants/
Application Process:
The initial application should be made for the Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture Programme. Applications are made online through the Teagasc public website.
On successful completion of the Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture, applications can be submitted for the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Crops and Machinery).
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The recommended training for someone seeking a career in the Crops and Machinery sector is to complete the Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture Programme & Teagasc Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Crops & Machinery Management).
This training will provide students with the latest technology, information and management skills necessary for a career in the crop and machinery industry.
Delivery Locations
This full time Crops and Machinery education option is offered at Gurteen College and Kildalton College.
What will I study?
Sample content from the Teagasc Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture Programme (* Choice of module will be at the discretion of the college / centre):
QQI Code / Title / Level / Credits
5N1433 Work Practice 5 15
5N20368 Principles of Agriculture 5 15
5N20371 Farm Safety and Farm Assurance 5 15
5N20374 Soils and the Environment 5 10
5N20377 Farm Business and Technology 5 10
5N20380 Safe Use of Pesticide Products 5 5
5N20388 Beef Husbandry 5 10
5N20396 Tillage Crop Husbandry 5 10
5N20399 Grass Production * 5 10
Electives* 5 20
Sample content from the Teagasc Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Crops and Machinery) Programme:
QQI Code / Title / Level / Credits
6N1947 Work Practice 6 15
6N20462 Farm Management and Business Planning 6 10
6N20463 Sustainable Farming in the Environment 6 10
6N20464 Sustainable Farm Development 6 15
6N2242 Production Equipment for Crops 6 15
6N20468 Crop Production Management 6 10
6N20469 Crops Market and Management 6 5
6N2243 Farm Equipment Fabrication 6 10
6N20470 Maintenance of Farm Machinery 6 10
5N20435 Mechanical Pesticide Application 5 5
Electives 15
5M20454
6M20486
Qualifications: These programmes are validated by QQI and successful completion leads to a
• Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture Award (5M20454)
• Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (6M20486).
Kildalton Agricultural College: Tel: 061 644400
Gurteen Agriculture College: 067 21282