Agriculture Courses

Animal Behaviour programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Agricultural Business programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Agricultural Marketing programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Proficiency Award 4 of Alternative Agriculture programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Proficiency Award 4 in Agriculture - Animal Husbandry is a complete qualification for people wishing to work in agriculture at a technician or management level; in positions such as a farm manager, technical representatives, trainers or consultants.

This is a comprehensive course that teaches you both the science and management of farming. Graduates will have a foundation to start building a business or a career working on a farm, or in providing supplies or services used by farms.

This course is designed for both the new and existing farmer or those aiming towards employment in this field. It will give you the knowledge and skills required to run or work confidently i a variety of agricultural environments.

Agronomy programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Learn how to grow root vegetables, some of the world's most vital crops. Start a new enterprise or increase and improve your farm's output.

One Advantage of this Course is that it connects you with a tutor who knows the options, has both training and experience in agriculture, and can mentor you as you learn and develop your approach to farming. Our course places a great deal of emphasis upon discovering the options, building networks and establishing a solid, scientific foundation for day to day work on a farm.

Are you looking for a career change? or just want to learn a new skill? The Animal Breeding Course has been developed in response to industry demand and is specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Animal Disease programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

The term anatomy refers to the science that deals with the form and structure of animals. Physiology deals with the study of functions of the body or any of its parts. A thorough knowledge of the structure of an animal imparts a lot of information about the various functions it is capable of performing. This course is intended to give an essential foundation in both the anatomy and physiology of many animals, including human beings.

Learn how to understand the composition of a range of feeds. Study online with Learning Cloud, learn from home, studying online by correspondence.

A solid introduction to animal health, where you learn to assess animal health, explain a variety of conditions and identify appropriate treatments or responses to a range of more common complaints or illnesses.

Learn about disease classification, causes and diagnosis of disease, fever and immunity, tissue repair, inflammation, cell changes and much more.

The Certificate in Animal Husbandry is an entry level course suitable for students who wish to gain knowledge related to companion animals and livestock. The qualification consists of 600 hours of study divided into core and elective modules of study.

This course would be close to two years of full time study at most colleges; however, under our system you may fast track it or take it slow. Some may complete it in one year, while others may take many years to finish the course.

Through our core (compulsory) modules you develop a broad based foundation that relates to animals on farms, as pets, in zoos or the wild. You study of anatomy, physiology, vertebrate zoology, animal behaviour, feed and nutrition, animal biochemistry, health and diseases, and genetics. These modules give students a thorough grounding in the biology of animals.

Pet owners can spend tens of thousands of dollars across the life of a pet. Farmers invest huge amounts of money in buying, breeding and caring for their animals. Wildlife management is another big industry. This course opens up or expands opportunities in any or all of these.

Many will use this course to become a farm manager, work in marketing horticultural crops or start your own business. Others will use it to enhance a career they have already started in the horticulture industry.

Aquaculture is the farming of water creatures for human consumption. This subject is concerned with the culture and care of fresh water aquatic animals and focuses on Trout, Barramundi, Bass, Marron, Red Claw and the Yabbie. You will also learn about production systems, other species, feeding, harvesting and health of fish as well as set up of an aquaculture venture.

Aquaponics Production programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Beef Cattle Management Courses | This popular course gives students the opportunity to learn the principles of beef cattle management, breeding and production.

Learn to evaluate a how a landscape impacts upon the physical and mental wellbeing of people who exist in that landscape; and determine how the landscape can be made more biophilic or people friendly.

This popular course gives students the opportunity to learn the principles of beef cattle management, breeding and production. While no one course can be expected to deal in comprehensive detail with all aspects of the beef industry, this course provides a detailed overview of the necessary subject matter for students who are already in the industry or those who are new to the industry. Elements such as nutrition, production, reproduction, and disease recognition, control and treatment, are dealt with in detail.

Animal Health programs have been developed in response to industry demand and are specifically designed to equip graduates with work-ready skills. Each participant will be trained and assessed in theory and in practical tasks. Real-world exercises are used throughout the program.

Expand your knowledge of cattle production. Improve your business or employment prospects in farming. This course will help you develop the necessary skills to successfully run a cattle farm. It covers a range of different aspects, and gives the option of selecting electives that best suit your interests.

Dairy Cattle BAG205 Course is a very practical foundation course; providing unique and extensive support from university qualified and industry experienced experts. If you want to learn about dairy cattle and their management, this is the course for you.

Understand and recognise what constitutes normal behaviour in your horse and learn to respond appropriately to abnormal behaviour.

Improve your capacity to more effectively manage a farm or agricultural enterprise which services farms.

Fish Farming is a booming in industry in New Zealand and around the world. This course provides you with the skills you need to get the job or business you want.

Domestic goats are one of the most useful animals to own due to their entertainment and economic value. Their versatility makes them an excellent choice for a breeding or cottage industry investment and are a low maintenance source of income for existing farming and grazing enterprises looking to diversify.

Achieve excellence in your garden centre.! Designed in 1986, in conjunction with the state garden department manager of a major retail chain store; this course has been very successful in training both staff and managers of retail nurseries and garden centres across Australia and beyond.

This is the starting point for anyone serious hydroponic grower who is relatively new to the discipline. This course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from some of the most experienced hydroponic experts available. Our principal John Mason, is author of Commercial Hydroponics (now in it's 8th printing) and tutors include Dr Lyn Morgan, author and commercial hydroponic consultant.

Hydroponics III

Irrigation -Agricultural Irrigation

This course is a natural progression from Irrigation (Gardens). It can be studied as a stand alone course; however we would normally advise to undertake Irrigation Gardens first.

Mariculture - Marine Aquaculture

Natural Animal Health Care BAG218

Learn to make different types of wine, assess and analyse wine quality, investigate the chemistry and microorganisms involved in wine processing, and oversee the entire winemaking process.

Organic Farming BAG305

Pasture Management BAG212

Permaculture I VSS104

Permaculture II VSS105

study this permaculture III course by correspondence

Permaculture Systems BHT201

Pigs

Learn to systematically examine a plant’s distinguishing characteristics - then determine its scientific classification based upon those observations.

Poultry BAG 208 is for both people wishing to work in the poultry industry and amateur enthusiasts, the course examines diet, breeding, vaccination, pests and diseases and much more.

Improve production and quality with this Sheep Management course.

Small Acreage Farming course is perfect if you own or operate a small acreage property and want to run a small number of livestock for profit or pleasure

Soil Management Agriculture

Sustainable Agriculture BAG215

Weed Control BHT209.Learn to identify and effectively control weeds. You learn about both chemical and non-chemical control methods (e.g. mulching, burning, slashing), the use of spray equipment, and safety procedures which should be followed. Study this