Level 3 Apprenticeship in Agriculture

The Course

You will be responsible for optimising crop yields through establishment, management, harvest and post-harvest operations, while maintaining and improving the surrounding environment. You will also need to keep up to date with technological advances and new innovations.

Being a Crop Technician requires self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and as a team player to complete tasks safely and efficiently.

What You Study
Core Skills
- Crop establishment
- Vehicle operation
- Crop management
- Harvest
- Storage
- Maintenance and preparation
Soil-Based Systems

In addition for soil-based systems there are specific skill requirements:
- Correctly set machinery and monitoring machine performance for good seed establishment and crop growth
- Correctly set machinery to match crop and soil condition and quality requirements during harvest
- Maintenance of non-productive areas
Specific Knowledge
- Impact of machinery on soil structure and potential damage.
Personal Skills

Apprentices need to develop a diverse set of personal skills and behaviours to ensure success in their chosen profession. These include:
- Strong work ethic
- Adaptability
- Effective communicator
- Team working
- Safety awareness.
Entry Requirements

Appropriate employment in the agricultural industry.

GCSE grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) in English and mathematics.
How You’re Assessed

This apprenticeship has an End Point Assessment (EPA) and is graded Pass, Merit or Distinction.
Progression

More advanced courses are available at the college for further progression.
Careers

On completion of this apprenticeship, Crop Technicians will have the opportunity to progress within the industry into roles such as unit/arable manager, production manager, farm manager.
How To Apply

Application is through our online application form or by the Common Application Process (CAP).