New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Production (Level 4), Strand in Fruit Production
A 12-month part-time NZQA Level 4 Certificate course designed for those aiming for supervisory roles in the fruit production industry. The programme focuses on industry-relevant skills for fruit production, including coordination of seasonal tasks, crop management, pest and disease management, and team leadership.
NZ$1,341
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop supervisory skills for horticulture
Build and apply supervisory knowledge relevant to horticulture, including team coordination and communication.
Coordinate and supervise crop harvests
Supervise and manage the processes involved in harvesting fruit crops, ensuring quality and timely production.
About This Course
This part-time course prepares learners for supervisory positions in the fruit production sector. It is industry-focused and covers production knowledge, teamwork, communication, and advanced skills in the seasonal production and harvesting of fruit crops. Participants gain a strong understanding of orchard and vineyard operations, pest and disease management, environmental influences, and team supervision, leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Production (Fruit Production) (Level 4).
Course Content
- Supervisory Skills for Horticulture
- Supervise a Crop Harvest
- Winter and Summer Fruit Crop Pruning and Training
- Pollination, Thinning and Crop Load Management
- Fruit Crop Protection Standards
- Pest and Disease Management
- Environmental Influences on Production
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Fruit Production) (Level 3), or an equivalent qualification, and/or the ability to demonstrate suitable knowledge and skills
Build towards these roles
Supervisory roles in the fruit production industryOrchard supervisorVineyard supervisorLeading hand in fruit production
Build skills in these industries
HorticultureFruit ProductionAgriculture
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