Certificate in Organic Farming
Farming
A course by
The Career Academy
Learn sustainable, organic farming practices for soil health, crop production, and livestock management in New Zealand. Study 100% online, at your own pace, with unlimited tutor support. Gain an industry-accredited Certificate in Organic Farming to launch or advance your career.
NZ$1,149
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand Principles of Organic Farming
Gain knowledge of the core principles of organic farming: health, ecology, fairness and care, and how these guide modern, sustainable agricultural practices.
Build Healthy Soil and Manage Crop Nutrition
Learn methods for building and maintaining soil health and natural crop nutrition without synthetic chemicals.
About This Course
The Certificate in Organic Farming is designed for those wanting to manage or work on organic farms with a focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and chemical-free crop production. This fully online programme covers healthy soil building, integrated farm planning, weed, pest and disease management, and livestock care. You will explore standards for organic certification in New Zealand and develop skills to work towards or enhance a professional career in organic production, market gardening, or sustainable agriculture. The course includes unlimited support from industry experts and career coaching services to prepare you for roles in the organic farming industry.
Course Content
- Introduction to Organic Farming
- Integrated Farm Management Systems
- Organic Management Issues
- Organic Soil Management and Crop Nutrition
- Weed Management
- Pest and Disease Management
- Livestock Management I
- Livestock Management II
- Pasture
- Crops
Build towards these roles
Organic Farm AssistantHorticulture TechnicianSustainable Agriculture AssistantAgribusiness SupportPermaculture TechnicianOrganic Crop Production AssistantGreenhouse AssistantMarket Garden AssistantEnvironmental Land Use TechnicianFarm LabourerOrganic Certification Compliance Assistant
The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.
