Agriculture Apprenticeship/Diploma in Work-Based Agriculture Level 2

DIPLOMA IN WORK BASED AGRICULTURE LEVEL 2

This diploma is intended for those employed in a relevant setting and who have completed NVQ Level 1 or have acquired some basic knowledge and skills in farming or related industries. Pathways covering both conventional and organic farming methods include:

• Livestock Production
• Extensive Crop Production
• Mixed Farming

AGRICULTURE APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week in a relevant industry and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00. Apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24

• Occupational Qualification - Diploma in Work-Based Agriculture Level 2
• Independent Assessment of a knowledge based element for each pathway.
• Functional Skills - Maths level 1, English level 1
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  One other legislative or nationally recognised occupational qualification relevant to the industry

• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook
• There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Fridays for 3 terms – additional terms may be required for the Apprenticeship
Date: Throughout the year
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility
Registration and assessment fees: £125
Course Code: AI12/10/APP
Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Agriculture Advanced Apprenticeship/Diploma in Work-Based Agriculture Level 3

DIPLOMA IN WORK BASED AGRICULTURE LEVEL 3

This is a flexible day release course designed for employees in the Agriculture sector who are in a position of responsibility, i.e. a unit manager.

Pathways include:

• Crop Production
• Mixed Farming
• Livestock Production
• Poultry Production

AGRICULTURE ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week in a relevant industry and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00. Apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24

• Occupational Qualification - Diploma in Work-Based Agriculture Level 3
• Independent Assessment of a knowledge based element for each pathway.
• Functional Skills
  Maths level 2, English level 2, ICT level 1
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  One other legislative or nationally recognised occupational qualifications relevant to the industry
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook
  There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: 6 terms, additional terms may be required for Advanced Apprenticeship

Date: Throughout the year

Employer Contribution: £750 per year

Train to Gain fee: £750 (subject to eligibility)

Registration & Assessment fees: £125

Course Code: Plumpton: AD91/10/AA

Contact: 01273 892030

email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Veterinary Nursing Apprenticeship / Diploma

(This qualification is currently under review – please contact Work Based Learning for further information)

New Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary Nursing To be launched in time for September 2010 – more details can be obtained from the Work-Based Learning Department at Plumpton
College.

Entry requirements are:

• 5 GCSE’s at Grade C and above in:
• English
• Mathematics
• Science
• Plus two other subjects

Candidates must have access to suitable work experience in a clinical veterinary practice.

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00 and apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24.

Duration: To be advised
Date: September 2010
Time: To be advised
Tuition fee: To be advised
Registration and Assessment Fees: To be advised
Course Code: ACD1/10/APP
Contact: 01273 892030 or wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

British Veterinary Nurse Association (BVNA) Animal Nursing Assistant

(This qualification is currently under review – please contact work-based learning for further information) Applicants must be in employment at a veterinary practice either full
time or part time (minimum 20 hours per week). Part time employees will take longer to achieve the qualification.

Duration: To be advised
Date: September 2010
Time: 9.00am-5.00pm
Tuition fee: To be advised
Registration and assessment fees: To be advised
Course Code: ACD8/10
Contact: 01273 892 030 or wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Environmental Conservation Apprenticeship/Environmental Conservation NVQ Level 2

(new framework/Work-Based Diploma is currently being developed for 2010/11)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION NVQ LEVEL 2 – 2009/10

This one day per week course is designed for learners both employed and volunteers who wish to gain practical experience in countryside related skills and is essential for Rangers, Wardens and Conservation Professionals. It is run on a Roll-On-Roll-Off programme, which means you can start at the beginning of any term.

Topics include

• Habitat Management
• Fencing
• Hedge Planting
• Hedge Laying
• Coppicing & Woodland Management
• Tool Maintenance & Repair
• Pond Creation & Management
• Surveying Landscapes & Habitats.

No formal entry qualifications are required but it is expected that some prior practical experience has been undertaken. Evidence for the course is built into a portfolio and consists of photographs, records, assignments, statements etc. Once you have completed your evidence building successfully you will receive a certificate of achievement. Applicants wishing to achieve this award must be working in a relevant placement for a minimum of 16 hours per week.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00 and apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24.

• Occupational Qualification – currently Environmental Conservation NVQ level 2
  Independent Assessment of a knowledge based element
• Key Skills (to be replaced by Functional Skills)
  To be Advised
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  One other legislative/ occupational test To be Advised
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook

There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Wednesdays for 3 terms
Date: Throughout the year
Time: 9.00am – 4.00pm
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility

Registration and assessment fees: £125
Course Code: AD10/10/APP
Contact: 01273 892 030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

BTCV NVQ Level 2 Environmental Conservation

This course is delivered by the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers (BTCV) in partnership with Plumpton College. It follows on from the Level 1 Land Based Operations. The course will develop your practical skills in environmental conservation and you will also be able to train for industry “competence tickets”, for example chipper, brushcutter, chainsaw or climbing. On successful completion of the course, you will gain:

• NVQ Level 2 in Environmental Conservation
• Creative Craft Certificate Level 1 or 2
• Health and Safety Level 2
  

There will also be opportunities for training in starting up your own business or preparing for employment. Courses are run in the Hastings area. This course is open to everyone (minimum age 18), but a commitment to complete the NVQ is required.

Duration: 2 days per week for 6 months
Date:
Time: 9am – 5pm
Tuition fee: Full fee on application Reduced Fee: on application
Course code: AD18/10
Contact: Please contact the BTCV on 01424 446395

Apprenticeship in Game and Wildlife Management/Diploma in Work-Based Game & Wildlife Management Level 2

DIPLOMA IN WORK BASED GAME AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT LEVEL 2

This work-based course of study will give you the knowledge and skills required to work in the industry whilst gaining experience of gamekeeping. No formal qualifications are required . Some experience of the game and wildlife industry would be an advantage and employment in a relevant placement is essential. The course covers the skills of Game Keeping and includes:

• Maintenance of Wildlife Habitats
• Buildings, Equipment & Pens
• Pest & Predator Control

In addition, you are responsible for the safety of the stock and contribution to the management of access and public relations on sporting estates. Assessment will be carried out in the workplace

GAME AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00 and apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24.

• Occupational Qualification - The Diploma in Work-Based Game and Wildlife Management level 2
• Independent Assessment of a knowledge based element for each pathway.
• Functional Skills
  Maths level 1
  English level 1
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  Certificate of Competence in All Terrain Vehicle Handling
  Trapping Techniques: Pest Control and Predation Management – Level II Award.
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook

There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Assessment in the workplace, 1 day a month over the year - additional time may be required for the Apprenticeship
Date: Throughout the year
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility
Registration and assessment fees: £125
Course code: AD60/10/APP
Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Horse Care Apprenticeship/Horse Care NVQ Level 2

(new framework/Work-Based Diploma to be available during 2010)

HORSE CARE NVQ LEVEL 2

This day-release course is designed for those working in the equine industry. Although there are no formal entry qualifications, applicants must have acquired some basic knowledge and equine skills or have completed NVQ Level 1. Course elements include:

• Feeding Horses
• Preparing Horses for Work
• Lunging
• Loading & Unloading & Care of the Horse on Grass

Riding and jumping options are available. There is also the opportunity to take the appropriate BHS exams. Currently the evidence for the course is built into a portfolio and consists of photographs, records, assignments, statements etc. Once you have completed your evidence building successfully you will receive a certificate of achievement.

HORSE CARE APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00 and apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24.

• Occupational Qualification – currently Horse Care NVQ level 2
• Key Skills (to be replaced by Functional Skills)
  To be Advised
• Technical Certificate: To Be Advised – currently BHS Stage 2 Certificate in Horse Care
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  

Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Thursdays
Date: September 2010 and January 2011
Time: 9.30am - 5.00pm
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility
Registration and assessment fees: £125
Course Code: ED14/10/APP
Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Horse Care and Management Advanced Apprenticeship/Horse Care NVQ Level 3

(new framework/Work-Based Diploma to be available during 2010)

HORSE CARE AND MANAGEMENT NVQ LEVEL 3

This course is designed for those in full-time employment in the equine industry. You need to have either completed NVQ Level 2 Horse Care or be able to prove relevant experience in the industry. You also need to be working at a supervisory level. You will learn the theory and develop the practical skills needed to manage a small yard. Currently there is also the opportunity to complete the appropriate British Horse Society examinations.

HORSE CARE AND MANAGEMENT ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00. The Advanced Apprenticeship is available to those aged 16-24

• Occupational Qualification – Horse Care and Management NVQ 3
  Independent Assessment of a knowledge based element for each pathway.
• Key Skills (to be replaced by Functional Skills) To be Advised
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  To Be Advised but currently Certificate in Stage 3 Horse Knowledge and Care
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook
  

There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Fridays for 6 terms for NVQ Level 3: longer for Advanced
Apprenticeship
Date: September 2010
Time: 9.30am - 5.00pm
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility
Registration and assessment fees: £125
Course Code: ED17/10/AA
Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Floristry Apprenticeship/ Work Based/ Diploma in Floristry Level 2

(new framework available during 2010)

DIPLOMA IN WORK BASED FLORISTRY

This day release course is designed for those employed in the floristry industry. The programme will equip you with a wide range of floristry skills including presentation and display, sympathy and basic wedding floristry, plant and flower care. You will study the art of merchandise display, customer service and safety in the workplace. Most of the course assessment will be carried out in the workplace itself. A ‘starter kit’ of floristry equipment will be provided but this does not include flowers or sundries unless you are on an apprenticeship. If either you or your employer are funding the course, flowers and sundries will cost between £10 and £30 per week. A camera is essential to record your work. Evidence of the course is built into a portfolio.

FLORISTRY APPRENTICESHIP

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00 and apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24.

• Occupational Qualifications – Work Based Diploma in Floristry level 2
• Functional Skills
  To be Advised
• Technical Certificate
  To be Advised
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook
  

There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Wednesdays for 3 terms Work Based Diploma - longer for apprenticeship

Date: September 2010

Time: 9.15am - 3.30pm

Employer Contribution: £750 per year

Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility

Registration and assessment fees: £125

Course Code: HD26/10/APP

Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Floristry Advanced Apprenticeship / Work Based Diploma in Floristry Level 3

(new framework available during 2010)

WORK BASED DIPLOMA IN FLORISTRY LEVEL 3

This day release course will provide you with the ‘next step’ in your floristry career. You need to have either completed NVQ Level 2 Floristry or be able to prove relevant experience in the industry. You also need to be working at a supervisory level. The course will develop your level 2 practical skills to a more advanced standard. Topics covered include: beautiful advanced wedding and funeral designs together with European design and large scale projects including team work. You will need to be assessed in the workplace; some practical assessments may be carried out at college. A small kit of floristry equipment will be provided but this does not include flowers and floristry sundries unless you are on an Advanced Apprenticeship. If either you or your employer are funding the course, flowers and floristry sundries, will cost between £10 and £30 per week. A camera is essential to record your work. Once you have completed your evidence building successfully you will receive a certificate of achievement.

ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP IN FLORISTY

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00. The Advanced Apprenticeship is available to those aged 16-24 and the Diploma is available to those aged 19+.

• Occupational Qualification – Work Based Diploma in Floristry
• Functional Skills
  To be Advised
• Technical Certificate
  To be Advised
  Currently the Advanced National Certificate in Floristry
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook

There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Tuesdays for 6 terms for the Diploma - longer for the
Advanced Apprenticeship
Date: September 2010
Time: 9.15am - 3.30pm
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility
Registration and assessment fees: £125
Course Code: HD32/10/AA
Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

BTCV NVQ Level 2 Environmental Conservation

This course is delivered by the British Trust for Conservation Volunteers (BTCV) in partnership with Plumpton College. It follows on from the Level 1 Land Based Operations. The course will develop your practical skills in environmental conservation and you will also be able to train for industry “competence tickets”, for example chipper, brushcutter, chainsaw or climbing. On successful completion of the course you will gain:

• NVQ Level 2 in Environmental Conservation
  Creative Craft Certificate Level 1 or 2
  Health and Safety Level 2

There will also be opportunities for training in starting up your own business or preparing for employment. Courses are run at the Ninfield Study Centre. This course is open to everyone (minimum age 18), but a commitment to complete the NVQ is required.

Duration: 2 days per week for 6 months
Date: January 2011
Time: 9 am – 5pm
Tuition fee: Contact BTCV
Course code: AD18/10
Contact: BTCV on 01424 446395

Trees and Timber Apprenticeship/Trees and Timber NVQ level 2

(new framework/Work-Based Diploma to be available during 2010)

TREES AND TIMBER NVQ LEVEL 2 (FORESTRY OR ABORICULTURE)

Forestry - This work-based course is designed for those aged 18+ with a job in the forestry sector, who want to earn while they learn. The course covers: care and management of trees, woodland and timber. Forestry elements covered include: thinning and felling using chainsaws, planting, care and maintenance of woodlands. Assessments will be carried out both at work and College. Arboriculture - Designed for those aged 18+ with a job in the tree care/arboriculture industry who want to earn while they learn. The course covers: health and safety, maintenance of worksites and arboricultural ground worker operations, disposal of residues and woods, plant care and maintenance. Optional units will cover: tree planting, tree felling, off ground arboricultural operations and use of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms.

TREES AND TIMBER APPRENTICESHIP

(new framework/Work-Based Diploma to be available during 2010)

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00 and apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24.

• Occupational Qualifications
  Trees and Timber NVQ level 2
• Key Skills to be replaced by Functional Skills
  To be Advised
• Technical Certificate
  To be Advised – currently CS30
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook
  

There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: 3 terms NVQ L2 longer for Apprenticeships

Date: Rolling Programme

Time: To be Advised

Employer Contribution: £750 per year

Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility

Registration and assessment: £133

Course code: FD4/10/APPF

Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Horticulture Apprenticeship / Diploma in Work Based Horticulture Level 2

DIPLOMA IN WORK-BASED HORTICULTURE LEVEL 2

This day release course aims to expand your knowledge of basic horticultural skills and is available to employees working in a related setting. After starting your course with core units, you will go on to specialise in one of the following areas:-

• Sportsturf - Greenkeeper
• Sportsturf - Groundsman
• Landscaping
• Production Horticulture
• Parks, gardens and green space
• Parks, gardens and green space (cemeteries)

Practical skills in the main are practiced and developed in the work place, whilst theoretical background knowledge is taught and evidenced mainly at college. Although there are no formal entry requirements/ qualifications some experience within the industry is beneficial and of distinct advantage to the student. All students are interviewed prior to the commencement of the course. Evidence for the course is complied in a portfolio and consists of photographs, witness statements, practical job sheets, record sheets, certificates,
written answers to questions etc:- all of which prove competence for both practical and theoretical components of the course. A college based assessor visits each student in the workplace on a regular basis, at which time they are likely to carry out a formal assessment. A certificate of achievement will be awarded to students who successfully complete a portfolio of evidence and pass a multiple choice on-line test.

HORTICULTURE APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00 and apprenticeships are currently available to applicants aged 16-24.

• Occupational Qualification - Diploma in Work Based Horticulture Level 2
  Independent Assessment of a knowledge based element for each pathway.
• Functional Skills
  Maths level 1
  English level 1
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  One other legislative or nationally recognised occupational qualifications relevant to the industry e.g. Use of pedestrian or ride on mower (dependent on pathway chosen).
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook
  

There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Tuesdays for 3 terms – additional terms may be required for the Apprenticeship
Date: September 2010 or January 2011
Time: 9.15am - 4.30pm
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility
Registration and assessment fees: £115
Course Code: HD71/10/APP
Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Horticulture Advanced Apprenticeship / Diploma in Work Based Horticulture Level 3

DIPLOMA IN WORK-BASED HORTICULTURE LEVEL 3

This day release course aims to provide a natural progression from the level 2 diploma for those wishing to gain a supervisory position or those who have been promoted to a position of responsibility. After starting your course with core units you will go on to specialise in one of the following:-

• Production Horticulture
• Landscaping
• Sportsturf Greenkeeper
• Sportsturf Groundsman
• Parks or Gardens and Green Space
• Parks, Gardens & Green Space (Cemeteries)

Practical skills and management and supervisory skills are evidenced from the workplace whilst theoretical background knowledge is delivered and evidenced mainly at college. All applicants are expected to hold an NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent and have worked in the industry for at least three years. All students are interviewed prior to the commencement of the course. Evidence for the course is compiled in a portfolio and consists of photographs, witness statements, practical job sheets, record sheets, certificates, video/ audio recordings, professional discussion etc: all of which will prove competence for both practical and theoretical components of the course. A college based assessor visits each student in the workplace on a regular basis at which time they are likely to carry out a formal assessment.

A certificate of achievement will be awarded to students who successfully complete a portfolio of evidence and pass an externally set written test.

HORTICULTURE ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP FRAMEWORK

Advanced Animal Care Apprentices must already hold the Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture or NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture or an equivalent qualification.

• Occupational Qualification - Diploma in Work-Based Horticulture Level 3
  Independent Assessment of a knowledge based element for each pathway.
• Functional Skills
  Maths level 2
  English level 2
  ICT level1
• Additional Employer Requirements
  Emergency First Aid
  One other legislative or nationally recognised occupational qualifications relevant to the industry
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
  Covered with a combination of the induction and workbook

The Advanced Apprenticeship is available to those aged 16-24 and the Diploma is available to those aged 19+. Apprentices must be employed for at least 25 hours per week and paid a minimum weekly wage of £95.00. There are no course fees for applicants aged 16-18 and there is an employer contribution for applicants who are 19+.

Duration: Thursdays for 6 terms for NVQ Level 3
Date: September 2010
Time: 1.30pm - 7.00pm
Employer Contribution: £750 per year
Train to Gain fee: subject to eligibility
Registration and assessment fees: £121
Course Code: HD/5/10/AA
Contact: 01273 892030 email: wbl@plumpton.ac.uk

Diploma in Work Based Horticulture Level 4

This Business Management course is for the Head Greenkeeper/ Groundsman - Course Manager who wants a qualification that embodies their job role. Registration is open until December 2010 after which time the qualification will be rebadged as a Work Based Diploma at Level 4.

Nine units make up the award, several of which are mandatory. Evidence is compiled in a portfolio and consists of photographs, witness statements, practical job sheets, record sheets, professional discussions, written answers to questions etc: all of which prove competence for both practical and theoretical components of the course. A college based assessor visits the student in the workplace on a regular basis. The course will be provided on a tutorial basis at the college, although the opportunity will be taken to use work based venues on occasion.

Duration: To be Advised
Date: To be Advised
Time: To be Advised
Tuition Fee: To be Advised
Course Code: To be Advised
Contact: 01273 892030