Overview
This programme is designed to recognise the applied skills, knowledge and experience required by employers in the horticulture industry.
Graduates will be able to undertake a wide range of horticultural tasks at an advanced/Tradesperson level with extensive operational knowledge and skill in one or more specialised sectors of the horticulture industry.
Content
The National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) is a flexible programme that can be tailored to meet individual skill needs. NorthTec offers two strands and the programme is designed to build on core skills developed in the National Certificates in Horticulture at Levels 2, 3 and 4. This programme offers specific instruction in:
Career Options
- District and Regional Councils, orchards and nurseries as leading hands or forepersons.
- Be able to work in a consultancy capacity within the horticulture industry
- Self-employment
Admission Information
Applicants should be currently working in the horticulture industry and have previously completed the National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 4).
As part of the enrolment procedure an interview will be conducted with the Programme Tutor where students can be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants for whom English is not their first language require a minimum IELTS score of 5.5.
Qualification Gained
National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 4) (Advanced)