NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills

Programme Information

This course is delivered from the following site:

• Levin

Course Information

This programme is intended for learners who wish to work in the horticulture industry and who want to develop knowledge and skills of growing systems and practices.

The Level 3 programme would suit graduates of the Introduction to Horticulture Level 2 programme, those currently seeking employment or a learner wishing to upskill to a higher-level role such as Horticulture Assistant or Field Manager.

Entry Requirements

NCEA Level 1 or equivalent Ideal for graduates of the NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills – Introduction to Horticulture Level 2

Qualifications

On successful completion of the course students will receive: NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills - Introduction to Horticulture Level 3

Fees Apply

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https://www.feesfree.govt.nz
https://www.studylink.govt.nz/

• The Government has announced that Fees Free for the first year of study or training will finish at the end of 2024. A final-year Fees Free policy will replace it, starting from 1 January 2025
  If you are a first-time tertiary learner in 2025, you may be able to get Fees Free for your final year of study or training. If you are eligible, you will need to apply for your entitlement through IRD from 2026 onwards
  For more information about the transition from first-year Fees Free or the final-year Fees Free policy, visit feesfree.govt.nz

Dates

21st July 2025 to 07th December 2025

Programme Content

–Horticulture production
– Plant science
– Soil science
– Organic horticulture
– Growing systems
– Growing environments
– Harvesting

Career Opportunities

Upon graduation, this may lead to:
– A career in the horticulture industry
– Pre-requisite for further study to upskill on the job