This course is available for free!*
Get a taste of life in the primary industries with this hands-on introduction to agriculture.
You’ll build practical, real-world skills using tools and equipment, work in environments like farms and gardens, and gain valuable experience through real tasks and projects - giving you a strong foundation to kick-start your career or explore further study.
* Spaces are limited and eligibility conditions apply. Contact our team for more information today.
Course Details
If you enjoy working outdoors and want to build practical skills, this course is a great first step into primary industries careers with a focus on the agriculture and horticulture sector. You’ll learn how primary industry workplaces operate, how to use tools and equipment safely, and how to complete real tasks in farming and growing environments.
Whether you’re looking to start a career, build practical skills, or try something new, this course gives you a solid foundation across both agriculture and horticulture environments.
Learning is practical and hands-on, with time spent in real or simulated environments such as farms, orchards, nurseries, and gardens. You’ll take part in real-world tasks that help you understand how primary industry workplaces operate, how to use tools and equipment safely, and how to follow instructions on-site.
You’ll also have opportunities to apply your skills in real-life scenarios and community-based projects, giving you valuable experience you can take into the workforce or into further study in Farming systems or horticulture.
You will learn:
How to safely use tools and equipment in agriculture and horticulture settings
How to carry out basic tasks on farms, orchards, nurseries, and gardens
Health, safety, and workplace compliance practices
How to work effectively as part of a team
Time management, self-management, and work readiness skills
An understanding of primary industry roles and environments
On completion of this programme, you will have the knowledge and strategies to identify future employment pathways and manage your personal finances. You will gain the basic knowledge and skills needed to work safely in the cattle, dairy, or sheep industries, including stock handling, fencing and maintenance, and the safe use of farm vehicles.
You will gain a Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) with strands in Self-Management and Employability Skills.
Duration
This programme runs for 25 weeks.
Academic:
Open Entry
Domestic students with ESOL: must be proficient in English language.
This programme is currently only offered to domestic students.
FEES FREE STUDY
To find out if you are eligible for Fees Free study please find out more here or visit the Inland Revenue page on Fees Free.
YOUTH GUARANTEE
This course is part of the government led Youth Guarantee Programme. If you are aged 16-24 and meet the course entry requirements, you may qualify to study this course for free. Spaces are limited, contact our team for more information. Under the Youth Guarantee you may also be eligible for financial support to cover the following:
Travel allowance
Course related field trips
Talk to us for more information.
STUDENT LOANS
If you meet certain conditions you can get a student loan and allowances. Find out if you meet the conditions by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz.
COURSE COSTS
Domestic Students
Campus Course Costs: $0
Student Services Levy: N/A
This course is available for free!*
*Spaces are limited and eligibility conditions apply. Contact our team for more information today.
Course Start Dates
I got my level 3 Dairy Farming through Land Based Training. It was so cool. I met nice people and the tutor is awesome. I class them all as the naki whanau.
Yeah the best course around to be honest. Learnt so much!
I’m a level 2 Horticulture student and the tutors are so awesome and supportive. The other students are cool, we are a fun bunch. I have learnt so much in a short amount of time.
Awesome course, learning heaps & loving it! Free knowledge, a priceless gift I will always be grateful for.
Introduction to Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) FAQs
By the end of this course, you will have completed a Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) with strands in Self-Management and Employability Skills. This is an NZQA accredited programme and will allow you to go further into your agriculture career.
This course will give you the correct information and training for entering the agriculture sector.
This course is Fees Free! No cost required when you meet the relevant funding pool requirements.
You will have access to LBT equipment, gear and resources needed for this course.
Yes, you can! This course is designed for those who don’t have any Agricultural knowledge. You do not need to work on a farm to apply.