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This practical hands-on course is perfect for you if you want to pursue a career working within the countryside and wildlife sector. It is an ideal qualification if you are intending to progress directly to employment within the countryside sector or on to a countryside apprenticeship.

This course will help you develop a comprehensive overview of the countryside, wildlife and conservation industry. It encompasses practical techniques, technical skills and core knowledge.

Love horses? Start your potential future career working in the equine industry with this introductory course at our stunning Houghall Campus in Durham!

This Level 2 Technical Certificate in Equine Care is for you if you are looking to start a career within the equine industry.

This course is designed for people who have passed their Stage 1 Horse Care and are wanting to move onto stage 2 of Horse Care and Lunge.

This 10 week course includes aspects of plant establishment, propagation and maintenance. Students will be taught the fundamentals of getting plants started from seeds and cuttings, in both woody and non-woody plants as well as preparing the soil to create ideal conditions for plant growth.

This 10 week course introduces you to the basics of horse care. It’s a great stepping-stone for people who are keen to work with horses, but don’t have previous experience.

C&G Level 1 Certificate in Land-based Studies

The course includes a combination of 14 hours per week coursework marked unit assessments, as well as practical demonstrations of customers service and presentation skills - essential for entry into local travel, tourism or business employment. You are provided with a educational visits to local and regional travel, tourism and business organisations to put your learning into practice and to support achievement of the unit assessments. You are required to complete at least 36 hours of industrial experience as well as up to 6 hours per week of literacy and numeracy depending on your GCSE or other entry qualifications.

Btec Business Level 3