What makes this course unique?
The Assistant Farm Manager apprenticeship offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the agricultural industry whilst gaining key knowledge and skills which will enable you to be an innovative, on the ground professional.
You will assist with all stages of production from the initial planning and resource management to the production phase (whether crops or livestock) and final sale or supply allowing you to experience the role of a farm manager.
Qualification: Level 4
Level of Study: Higher Apprenticeship
Duration: 2 years
Interview Required? Yes
How you’ll be assessed:
Apprentices must meet the knowledge, skills, and behaviours as defined within the standard. All apprentices must take an independent assessment at the end of their training to assess their ability and competence in their job role.
Topics
The apprenticeship will cover a wide range of knowledge and skills which will include the following:
- Principles that underpin livestock or crop production
- The importance of soils and impacts they have on operations
- Principles of plant and animal health
- Components of the farm enterprise supply chain
- Financial capital investment
- Strategic planning of the business in response to external factors
- Principles of managing farm staff
Entry requirements
Two A Level passes, including one at grade C or above which should be in a relevant subject
Level 3 Extended Diploma in a relevant subject at Merit OR Distinction grade
Level 2 General Farm Worker Apprenticeship
Plus GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
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