1 year training, equivalent to EQF level 4 This course has been developed to meet the training requirements for full-time or part-time farmers that hold a non-agricultural Level 6 or higher Major award qualification. The course comprises of two separate awards, the Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture (120 credits) and the Level 6 Specific Purpose Certificate in Farm Administration (60 credits) It requires in the region of 190 hours direct contact (including classroom sessions, practical skills instruction; farm planning sessions, tutorials; exam time; practical skills assessment time). The college will endeavour to provide applicants with a schedule of attendance days before the start of the course. The course requires a 12 month practical learning period to be completed on the home farm/nominated farm.