Apprenticeship Agriculture Level 2 (Work-based)

All applicants must be between 16 and 25* years of age on entry and need to be employed in the industry. 

There are no formal entry requirements for the Level 2. However, apprentices will undergo an initial assessment before starting the programme to make sure they are capable of achieving the outcomes and have an interest in this area of work. You must also demonstrate a good standard of literacy and numeracy.

Potential apprentices are expected to demonstrate that they are:

• committed to a career in the industry
• willing to take responsibility for their own learning and development
• prepared to attend off the job training
• able to achieve the Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Agriculture.

*Candidates over 25 can access the components of the course but will have to make a contribution to fees.

What will you study?

During your training, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in areas such as:

• Tractor operation and preparation
• Cultivations
• Planting and maintenance of crops
• Feeding and health of livestock
• Maintenance of equipment and machines
• Application of number
• Information technology
• Communication
• A range of optional units to match your chosen specification.

Training is work-based, with ongoing practical assessments in your workplace, and you will spend one day a week at College in classroom based lectures and tutorials. You will keep a portfolio of evidence of your practical ability, which will be regularly reviewed. Your progress through the programme is monitored continuously to ensure that you maximise your potential by building on existing skills and developing new ones. 

• Apprenticeship Certificate
• Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Agriculture
• Functional Skills
• Additional Occupational Qualifications.

The course could lead to employment as multi-skilled agricultural workers or contractors, and you will also have the opportunity to progress to a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship or a full-time course.