NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Sustainable Horticulture) (Level 2)
Growing & Vines
A course by
EIT
Gain entry level primary industry and horticulture skills with a practical certificate focused on sustainable gardening, plant care, and organic methods.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hawke's Bay Campus, Hastings
It will take a total of 12 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Develop entry-level horticulture skills
Gain the skills needed to begin a career or further study in horticulture and primary industries.
Apply sustainable and organic gardening practices
Learn methods for sustainable gardening, including organic principles, natural fertiliser preparation, and environmental care.
Understand plant and soil care
Acquire knowledge on planting, feeding, and managing plants and soil health.
What You're Signing Up For
The NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Sustainable Horticulture) provides entry-level skills for those interested in the primary industries, with an emphasis on horticulture production. Students will learn the basics of gardening, seed germination, planting, vegetable garden management, and organic sustainable practices. The program covers caring for soil and plants, making natural fertilisers, and fundamental water management and gardening techniques, preparing graduates for a range of seasonal horticultural activities or further study.
Course Content
- Basic gardening techniques
- Seed germination and propagation
- Setting up and managing a vegetable garden
- Sustainable and organic horticulture practices
- Plant and soil nutrition
- Making natural fertilisers
- Water management
- Garden ecosystems and soil care
- Seasonal horticultural activities
What you need to know first
Open entry: Applicants must be aged 16 or over.
Reasonable reading level to cope with the programme and written instructions.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Primary Industry
Horticulture
Agriculture
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level horticulture roles
Gardening positions
Primary industry assistant roles