NZ Certificate in Horticulture (General) (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
Grow a career in horticulture
With the EIT | Te Pūkenga NZ Certificate in Horticulture (General) (Level 3) you will learn the fundamentals of growing a range of plants in a variety of environments.
A mix of theory and practical learning, you will learn about propagation and cultivation, growing systems, pests and disease, soils and plant science along with useful gardening skills.
Outline
This horticulture programme is ideal for people who want to increase their horticulture knowledge, whether it be to propagate their own plants or grow their own food.
The general horticulture knowledge and skills you will gain in this programme can lead to employment in the horticulture industry.
The programme has a mix of theory and practice and you will propagate plants in the EIT | Te Pūkenga glasshouse and grow plants in out outdoor garden. You will learn about pests and disease, soils, plant science and useful gardening skills. This programme gives you an excellent skill base for further study at higher levels.
As a graduate of this qualification you will be able to:
- Apply knowledge of plant and soils science to the identification, selection and growing of plants.
- Apply knowledge of growing systems and environments to the establishment and growing of plants.
Your future career and study opportunities
This qualification may build on the NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2). This qualification will also be suitable for small block owners or for mature learners who wish to gain knowledge of horticultural science in a range of general horticulture growing systems and practices.
As a graduate of this qualification you may be employed or self-employed, and/or move flexibly between a range of horticultural enterprises.
Study pathway
This qualification may lead on to:
- NZ Certificate in Land Based Sustainability Practices (Level 3)
- NZ Certificate in Sustainable Primary Production (Level 4)
- NZ Certificate in Horticulture (Fruit Production) (Level 3)
- NZ Diploma in Horticulture Production (Level 5)
- NZ Diploma in Environmental Management (Level 5)
Academic learning services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT | Te Pūkenga. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.
We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.
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About the provider
The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.