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- Level 1 Skills for Further Learning and Employment (Animal)
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- Level 2 in Agriculture
- Level 2 in Equine Care
- Level 2 in Land-Based Engineering
- Level 2 Skills for Further Learning and Employment
- Level 3 in Equine Management
- Level 3 in Equine Management
- Level 3 in Land-Based Engineering
- Level 3 in Uniformed Public Services
Level 1 in Land-Based Studies
Riseholme College
Showground Campus, North Carlton, Lincoln, LN1 2ZR
Vocationally-related Qualification (VRQ)
Level 1
Available start dates
Available start dates
Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Riseholme College
1 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Course Summary
This is an introductory-level course that is designed to allow students interested in a career in the land-based sector to develop the confidence and skills they will need whilst studying.It makes the best possible use of the college’s outstanding facilities and is a mixture of Horticulture, Engineering, Agriculture and Countryside studies.
Course Details
- Safe and effective working practices
- Transportation of supplies
- Maintenance of structures and surfaces
- Maintenance of equipment
- Planting and establishing plants
- Habitat management work
- Animal care
- Work experience and employability skills
- English and Maths, as required
Entry requirements
A genuine passion for the subject and one satisfactory reference is needed. Minimum
Equipment required
- A pair of strong sturdy safety boots (with steel toe-caps)
- One pair of college-branded overalls - preferably made of cotton
- Waterproof coveralls
- Wellington boots
- Folder with dividers to organise your w
Your next steps...
You will be able to progress to the Level 2 in Agriculture.
Additional information
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