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04 Dr Gordon McGlone OBE Lanta Chairman

05 Landex Get a Head Start 06 Environmental and

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08 So Whats it all About

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14 The Diploma in Environmental and Land-based Studies

62 Working Abroad66 Future Developments

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17 The Agricultural Crops Industry

22 The Agricultural Livestock Industry

24 The Animal Technology Industry

26 The Animal Care Industry 28 The Aquaculture Industry30 The Environmental

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34 The Equine Industry38 The Farriery Industry42 The Fencing Industry

44 The Fisheries Management Industry

46 The Floristry Industry48 The Game & Wildlife

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50 The Landbased Engineering Industry

52 The Horticulture, Landscaping and Sports Turf Industry

54 The Production Horticulture Industry

58 The Veterinary Nursing Industry

60 The Trees and Timber Industry

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Dr Gordon McGlone OBELantra Chairman

hat makes this

country great? Some

would argue that its our

green and pleasant land,

others that its our love of animals. Tourists appreciate our heritage and gardens. Nearly all enjoy sport, recreation and the great British breakfast. All these things we take for granted require skilled people from the environmental and land-based industries.

This guide could be your first step to discovering opportunities for an

exciting and challenging career. Lantra estimates that in the next 10 years, the environmental and land-based industries will need an additional 215,000 workers, mainly at skilled and management level.

There are more than 300 managerial and skilled job roles to choose from and levels of pay which on average are 100 higher each week than that earned in the retail, hotel or restaurant industry.

It is an exciting time to join. The industries have a huge role to play in the battle against climate change and ensuring the UK has a secure supply of food and fuel, so you may find yourself in a career that could change the world. b

WTHERE ARE MORE THAN 300 MANAGERIAL AND SKILLED JOB ROLES TO CHOOSE FROM AND LEVELS OF PAY WHICH ON AVERAGE ARE 100 HIGHER EACH WEEK THAN THAT EARNED IN THE RETAIL, HOTEL OR RESTAURANT INDUSTRY.

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Dr Gordon McGlone OBE


Dr Gordon McGlone OBELantra Chairman

Landex - Get a head start

f youre interested in a career in one of the environmental and land-based industries, then one

of the best ways of gaining the knowledge and experience you need to give you a head start, is

by taking a college course or qualification.

Deciding where to study can possibly be one of the most

important decisions that you could make for your future. Landex is a membership organisation for colleges that specialise in high-quality education and training in environmental and land-based industries across the UK. Most colleges with a specialist emphasis on land-based work are Landex members, and they provide approximately 60% of land-based higher education training up to graduate level.

These land-based colleges offer a wide range of learning options, including higher level courses, which help you to progress. Each college offers excellent facilities to provide you with everything needed to study your chosen subject successfully. Golf courses, reptiles and other animals, modern agricultural and ground care machinery, dedicated laboratory spaces, indoor and outdoor horse arenas are just some of the facilities that might be available.

The tutors are passionate about their subjects, so you can be confident that you will learn from the best and get a first rate college experience. Finding suitable employment after your course should be an important factor in your choice of course. Thats why each college has close links to industry and some undertake their own commercial activities so you are learning from people who have practical work experience and knowledge of the industry.

Most of the colleges have campus accommodation. Living on-campus provides you with the opportunity to become more independent, to live with people who share interests and who could become friends for life. It also gives you easy access to all the colleges facilities including the library, sport

facilities and your student union with clubs and societies catering for a range of interests. The campuses stay alive and busy during the evenings and weekends with lots of social and sporting activities. b

Vic Croxson Chief Executive, Landex

For more information about the colleges and courses on offer, please visit www.landex.org.uk

IAnd a few words from the students themselves? After graduation (Turfgrass

Science) I gained employment as a sports surface technologist.

I am now starting a career in Pet Counselling

Work experience is essential. Grab every opportunity that comes your way. I never forgot a plant name after having potted up 1,000 of each!

Although equine based, the skills I have learnt have been applicable across any industry

I now want to complete my MSc and progress on to the Landscape Institute pathway to chartership

I am now undertaking an MSc in the effect of stretching on horses and want to pursue a career in the racing industry.

I have to say having a BSc (Arboriculture) is something of a novelty out here (in New Zealand). It definitely made things a whole lot easier when it came to getting my residents visa.

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Environmental and Land-based Careers

ach of the 17 different industries offers you the chance to develop skills in

practical, technical and specialised areas with opportunities for career progression and promotion.

Careers can range from hands-on practical work through to demanding management opportunities even the chance to diversify into your own business or work abroad.

As new technology within the sector advances, the opportunities continue to grow. The options are endless!

The environmental and land-based sector offers opportunities for everyone. Whatever your age, experience or ambitions there are qualifications and routes into learning to suit. b

Agricultural crops Agricultural livestock Animal care Animal technology Aquaculture Environmental conservation Equine Farriery Fencing Fisheries management Floristry Game and wildlife

management Land-based engineering Horticulture, landscaping and

sports turf Production horticulture Trees and timber Veterinary nursing

EEver thought of a career in one of the UKs most diverse and rewarding sectors?

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The College of West Anglia became the first further education college in Norfolk and

Cambridgeshire to be awarded the Learning and Skills Beacon status, which identifies and recognises innovation and outstanding performance in teaching and learning.

Principal David Pomfret said, The award is by invitation only to have been singled out at national level as a beacon of excellence is fantastic for the college and the communities we serve. This accolade places us amongst an elite group of 28 colleges in the country. The College, which has campuses in Cambridge (Milton), Kings Lynn and Wisbech, was recently rated as outstanding by Ofsted and this award is further recognition of excellent performance.

The Colleges land-based provision - based at Cambridge, Milton and Wisbech near Peterborough offer an extensive range of full-time and part-time courses in Agriculture, Countryside Management, Game-Keeping, Horticulture, Green-Keeping, Floristry, Equine Studies, Animal Management, Dog Grooming and Veterinary Nursing. The College is a perfect place to begin and develop skills for careers within these industries offering a variety of qualifications, from Level 1 through to Level 3 (equivalent to A Levels).

The land-based activities have access to excellent resources, as demonstrated by their use as the practical teaching centre for Cambridge University Veterinary School and the Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge Animal Husbandry course.

Bill Collinson, Head of Land-based said, The emphasis on individual attention to students is one of the colleges priorities. Students who take our land-based courses often comment on the amount of one-to-one attention they get. The teaching staff, who are all extremely experienced and come directly from industry, are committed to keeping abreast of the latest developments in their specialist sector and in helping students reach their maximum potential.

The students attending the College of West Anglia enjoy a success rate exceeding national targets for land-based industries. Throughout their time at the College they are stretched mentally and physically to ensure that they are among the best and most competent.

The Colleges land-based facilities are set to improve even further as a result of its ambitious building project. The first stage of this is underway at the Cambridge Campus with the redevelopment of the teaching and workshop facilities. This will be followed by a brand new 35m campus at March, Cambridgeshire, which is set to open in December 2010.

PROFILE: College of West Anglia

A BEACON OF SUCCESS


So whats it all about?


The environmental and land-based industry uses about 85% of the UKs total landmass and employs almost a million people and 500,000 volunteers.

f the million people employed in this sector, the majority

work in 17 main industries.

Agricultural crops Agricultural livestock Animal care Animal technology Aquaculture Environmental conservation Equine Farriery Fencing Fisheries management Floristry Game and wildlife

management Land-based engineering Horticulture, landscaping and

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Flexibility is the key to education and training at Askham Bryan College.

There are lots of exciting courses to help you kick off your career if you are just starting out, and also lots of opportunities to help you progress further if you are already working. New subjects on offer this year include motorsport, construction and game keeping and there are qualifications to suit everyone from school leavers to those in business and employers.

The residential campus is based just outside York and there are also centres at Bedale, Harrogate, Thirsk

and Guisborough. Our Guisborough centre now has new purpose built facilities on the campus of Prior Pursglove College and courses there include animal management, equine management and horticulture. You can

also study an animal management qualification at Middlesbrough, Yorkshire Coast College at Scarborough and Wakefield College.

Apprenticeships and NVQs are available in a wide variety of subjects and are designed for people who are either living and working in rural areas or smaller towns and villages as well as for city-based people who want to learn new skills. You can start and progress at your own pace - whatever your previous qualifications. Study can be full-time or part-time, whether youre in work or not, and you can use the skills you learn to find paid employment or to support your voluntary work. As well as land-based subjects like agriculture, horticulture and game keeping, you can chose from other practical, career-orientated qualifications in areas such as customer service, management and business administration.

Degree courses are also designed with maximum

flexibility, to help everyone make the most of their potential. Whether you are leaving school after A levels or thinking about going back to education to study a new subject for a change of career, there is a study route to suit you. As well as full-time and part-time foundation and honours degree courses, there are also extended foundation degrees for those without traditional A levels. These can be studied full-time or part-time and include modules to help you develop the academic and IT study skills needed to succeed at degree level.

New further education qualifications this year include Introductory and First Diplomas in Construction which cover joinery, trowel skills and painting and decorating and First Diploma in Vehicle Technology (Motorsport) which includes stripping and rebuilding motorsport engines and motorsport vehicle inspection.

Askham Bryan College is also a Train to Gain training provider. Train to Gain is a service to help businesses get the training their employees need to succeed. Theres a huge range of advice and training available. For example, staff can get a nationally recognized work-related level two qualification at a time and place to suit their employer and the training is usually free for qualifying employees.

Your future career has just moved a big stepfurther apprenticeship and NVQ courses with

no upper age limit.

Study full or part-time whilst inwork, looking for work orvolunteering

Start at a level to suit you (you dont need GCSEs for somecourses)

Agriculture

Amenity Horticulture

Animal Care

Arboriculture

Cultural Heritage

Customer Service

Environmental Conservation

Fencing

Floristry

Food & Drink Manufacturing

Gamekeeping

Horse Care

Land-based Service Engineering

Management & Business

Administration

Plant Maintenance

Sportsturf

Teaching Assistant

Team Leading

Tourism

Veterinary Nursing

Askham Bryan York YO23 3FRContact Central Admissions Tel: 01904 772211

Email: [email protected] www.askham-bryan.ac.uk

FOUNDATION &HONOURS DEGREESFLEXIBLE STUDY

A LEVELS NOT ALWAYS REQUIRED

PROFILE: Askham Bryan College

For more information on any of the education and training at Askham Bryan College at York, ring Central Admissions at York on 01904 772211 or visit www.askham-bryan.ac.uk.

THE FUTURE IS IN YOUR HANDS

Apprenticeships and NVQs in game keeping are now available at Askham Bryan College


Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and self-employmentAlmost 95% of all businesses in the environmental and land-based industries employ less than ten people. This means that large intakes for traditional graduate management positions are rare. Most of the smaller businesses are interested in graduates who can hit the ground running.

A service-orientated sector?Like many other sectors in the UK, the environmental and land-based industries are becoming more service oriented. There has been major growth in the use of land for leisure and tourism as opposed to purely production-based purposes. This is particularly evident in the growth of the horticultural, landscape, equine and environmental industries. For graduates, this means that many higher-level jobs are located on the agri-business side, as opposed to direct production.

Areas of employmentThe environmental and land-based industries can be divided into five areas for employment: agriculture and science animal-related environmental conservation and rural

management fresh produce, nurseries and garden

centres gardens, landscape and design

Agriculture and scienceCareers in agriculture and science include production, agri-services, engineering, teaching and research.

The total number of businesses directly involved in agricultural crops and livestock production is predicted to drop to around 220,000 businesses (Sector Skills Agreement, Lantra, 2005). Despite this, production-oriented job opportunities at graduate level are predicted to continue being advertised.

Examples of graduate-level job vacancies in agriculture and science include:

farm managers trainee managers unit managers trainee agronomists

For graduates interested in research, there are a range of research-focused organisations. They are usually

involved in: plant breeding crop protection plant trials plant genetics biotechnology residue analysis technical sales other research

Some graduates in land-based disciplines consider teaching or lecturing. There are general and specialist land-based Postgraduate Certificates in Education (PGCEs) available.

There are also lots of opportunities in agricultural-related services and businesses where there are many varied and inter-linked sectors from which to choose. Below is a list of possible production and related service roles to help get you started:

agronomy grain merchants agrochemicals land management animal genetics management

consultancy city and public farms pig

marketing and research commodity trading recruitment

consultants feed production research and

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ALMOST 95% OF ALL BUSINESSES IN THE LAND-BASED AND ENVIRONMENTAL SECTOR EMPLOY LESS THAN TEN PEOPLE.


Animal-relatedThere are over 50,000 people employed in: animal retail breeding behaviour welfare zoos wildlife parks related public services

This figure does not include those employed in science, research, animal health,

animal feed, equine and livestock.

These individual sectors can be very large in their own right. For example, there are 42 member companies listed with the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) and collectively the total UK animal health market is worth over 420 million per annum. The total market for cat and dog food alone is currently worth over 1.6 billion per annum.

It is estimated that over 50,000 people are working in the equine sector. Around 87% of equine businesses are based in England, and the total horse industrys gross output is worth over

3.4 billion per annum. Many jobs are of a practical nature, with the bulk of graduate jobs

in ancillary equine-dependent industries and services, such

as professional organisations, equestrian equipment suppliers, bloodstock agents, horse racing, transporters, insurance, feed, health

products, research and journalism.The animal insurance industry

has grown over the past 20 years. Graduates can find openings with brokers and insurance companies, which can lead to further career opportunities in the wider insurance market.

An increased need in the equine sector is predicted for graduates with business management skills, health and safety awareness, and knowledge of business law.

Environmental conservation and rural managementConservation and rural management is a growing part of the sector, especially for

graduates.There are currently 56,000 people

working for around 5,000 businesses, with a large proportion based in the South West of England. Around 200,000 volunteers also work in this sector, mainly for personal reasons or for gaining work experience.

Employment can be found not only with small businesses but also with larger trusts and public bodies. Some of the most commonly advertised roles are:

countryside conservation environmental education project work promotion fundraising research

Fresh produce, nurseries and garden centresThere has been real growth in fresh produce over the past few years. The retail fruit and vegetable market is only one part of the total fresh produce sector. This market alone was worth over 8.5 billion in 2005 and is expected to increase to 9.8 billion by 2010. A range of factors, including year-round product availability, interest in organic and pre-packed produce, health issues and the popularity of TV cookery programmes, are supporting the markets development. Fruit consumption has proved increasingly popular, with the net effect that the fresh fruit and vegetable market is forecast to make steady growth. The overall effect of these changes is that fresh produce is a strong area both in terms of job supply and salary levels.

The garden centre and nursery sector has also seen recent growth. The total UK market for gardening products was worth 5.18 billion per annum in 2005, and is predicted to fall slightly to 5.14 billion by 2010. Visiting garden centres and nurseries is now considered a leisure activity in its own right, with more estimated visitors than properties of The National Trust. This means that the garden centre and nursery sector is expanding and has a steady supply of jobs for graduates.

Horticulture, Landscaping and Sports TurfThis covers the design, construction, management and maintenance of living, recreational and leisure areas. These include: country parks; botanic and public gardens; sports facilities; urban tree planting; historic gardens and landscapes; cemeteries and crematoria;


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Gardens and Parks remain popular with members of the public. The top five botanic gardens alone generate over three million visitors per annum. The landscape industries contribute 3 billion to the UKs GDP, and nearly 140,000 people are employed in this sector (The Environmental and Land-based Sector Skills Agreement, Lantra, 2005).

The horticulture, landscaping and sports turf industry includes jobs in local government parks departments such as:

Landscape designer / architect Parks Officer / manager Green space manager

First jobs usually involve hands-

on cultivation and maintenance work, but with experience you will begin to supervise teams of others in various horticultural maintenance and refurbishment operations. Ultimately, you will also be involved with the management of these facilities. At management level, the work requires meeting agreed deadlines and operating within agreed budgets. More time will be spent on office-based tasks, which will take you away from some of the core activities of horticulture, e.g. the actual gardening.

Some graduates pursue careers with botanic gardens or choose to work in horticultural therapy.

Although not a traditional graduate job, some graduates pursue an interest in gardening and restoration at stately homes and private houses, for example with The National Trust, the National Trust for Scotland, English Heritage and Historic Scotland.

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SELF-EMPLOYMENT IS QUITE COMMON, ALTHOUGH THERE ARE SOME JOBS IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT, LANDSCAPE PRACTICES AND PRIVATE DESIGN AND BUILD OPERATIONS, MAKING RECRUITMENT VERY COMPETITIVE.


he Diploma is intended principally for 14-19 year-olds and is designed to

prepare young people for employment and for further

or higher education by developing a thorough understanding of how the environmental and

land-based sector and related sectors, work, including their environmental and economic importance.

How will it develop learners?Young people who complete the Diploma in Environmental and Land-based Studies will have developed an attitude to enable them to successfully progress to work, to further training, or to further and higher education.

Students at all levels of the Diploma will be confident they have developed the right hands-on skills, knowledge and understanding required of them. Not only will they have gained confidence in their personal, learning and thinking skills and abilities, but they will have experienced the real world of work through a variety of work-related learning opportunities.

Diplomas will help realise young peoples potential and aspirations, whether it is to enter the workforce at 18 or to continue into higher education. Whichever route they follow, they will have developed the knowledge and personal skills that employers want, and a qualification highly valued by employers and universities.

If you live in England, you will soon have the option to study for an exciting

new qualification called the Diploma in Environmental and Land-based Studies. Its all about the environmental and land-based sector and includes subjects such as: working with plants environmental sciences the way we use land for the production

of food and just for having fun working with all kinds of animals looking after forests, wetlands and

wild areas the effect we have on the world around

us and how to limit the damage we do Young people can start to study the Diploma at the age of 14 (years 10-11) at either Foundation or Higher levels and you can continue right up to the age of 19 at Advanced level.

The qualification is an exciting, creative and enjoyable way to learn. It has been structured to allow young people to study it alongside GCSEs and

The Diploma in Environmental and Land-based Studies is a new qualification that will be available in some schools and colleges in England from September 2009, and will be available throughout England in 2013.

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A Levels. The Foundation Diploma is equivalent

to 4-to-5 GCSEs at grade D-G. The Higher Diploma is the equivalent of 5-to-6 GCSEs at grades A* C. The Advanced Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels.

Young people will study in several different ways, not just in the classroom. They will be given the chance to spend some time in a real working environment and hear from people who know about these subjects first hand. These studies can help young people prepare for a career, an apprenticeship, other training or a college or university course. b

What are the benefits of doing the Diploma? It will give you a head start in the

competitive employment market. You will get a valuable insight into

one of the UKs main employment sectors without committing yourself.

The Diploma allows you to go on to university or get a job. The choice is yours.

The Diploma gives you the knowledge and skills that employers and universities are looking for.


Barony College is situated in a 228 hectare estate in south

west Scotland. The College specialises in vocational training and education for the land-based and animal care industries. Our highly qualified staff, modern facilities, stimulating curriculum and training programmes are here to benefit all. Our College estate supports dairy, beef, sheep, cereals, trout and red deer enterprises. Commercial activities also take place within our forestry and horticulture sections. This enables us to provide students with

hands on training in a real working environment.We have courses in agriculture, animal care, engineering, equine studies, fisheries, forestry & arboriculture, horticulture and veterinary nursing.

Recent developments at the College have created even more practical training facilities. The facilities on campus provide an ideal training environment for all subjects. The most recent was the development of our Dairy Technology Centre which was opened by HRH The Princess Royal in September 2006.

This 1.3 million capital investment, partly funded by the European Regional Development Fund from the South of Scotland European Partnership,

is helping to create a new training facility which incorporates the latest animal welfare designs and management systems, as well as maximising the use of available technology with the unique feature of a robotic milking system.

This latest development adds to the extensive facilities including the Scottish Forestry Industry Technology Centre which houses a state-of-the-art forwarder and harvester simulator, a walled garden with greenhouses, polythene tunnels and nursery stock beds, an animal

care centre providing housing and working areas for small animals, an operating theatre and x-ray facilities, an outdoor riding arena, exercise area and stable block for the equine section, a commercial trout farm with hatchery producing around 25 tonnes of fish per annum, and a well equipped engineering workshop all providing an ideal training environment.

Residential accommodation is available and our comfortable, modern library provides students access to a wide range of specialist books, periodicals and careers information. Our well-equipped modern sports hall, fitness room and licensed bar are the focal point for student social life.

PROFILE: Barony College

BARONY COLLEGEYOUR NATURAL CHOICE

Our College website www.barony.ac.uk provides additional details on all of our courses and other information about Barony College.


arms vary enormously, so there are plenty of opportunities to pursue a particular interest.

Businesses can be small, so each employee has an

important role to play. The more skills you can develop, the more you will be able to contribute. In addition to

working on the farm, there are also a range of related opportunities such as Agronomists, giving advice to farmers on the growing of crops, fertiliser and agrochemical inputs to reduce diseases and pests that may harm the crop, as well as, research, marketing and sales of

required products to farmers.

Is the crops industry right for you?It could be right for you if: You dont want to be office bound

and would like the opportunity to work outdoors

You like working with and applying new technology

You relish responsibility and being part of a small team

You like plants and are interested in their production and growth

You are interested in geography, geology and the weather

Enjoy problem solving and using your own initiative, facing different challenges on a daily basis

Top five useful skills to develop to work with crops: An understanding of plant

care, maintenance and growing schedules

Business management skills including sales, customer care, marketing, promotion and accounts

An understanding of and ability to efficiently use machinery in crop production techniques

An ability to organise your time and work to deadlines

A variety of practical skills and knowledge

Crops businesses need employees who can combine technical knowledge with practical skills. There are a range of courses available that will help you achieve the skills and knowledge you need to work at different levels in the crops industries. 8

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The industry offers a huge range of opportunities for anyone of any age. Arable farms and businesses vary enormously, so you could find yourself producing and managing food groups such as cereals and root crops e.g. wheat for milling, malting barley for whisky and sugar beet for sugar. You could also be producing non-food and industrial crops such as energy crops, crops for paper and materials like hemp, specialist oils like lavender and pharmaceuticals. The UK crops industry contributes 3.6 billion to the countrys economy.

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Work-based or vocational trainingThese qualifications combine practical work-based experience with classroom-based training. Some enable you to earn while you learn! They will give you the skills and knowledge you need to do a job effectively and show that you can actually do it not simply that you know how to do it in theory. They include:

ApprenticeshipsEngland & Wales Apprenticeship/Foundation Modern

Apprenticeship in Agricultural Crops and Livestock

Advanced Apprenticeship/Modern Apprenticeship in Agricultural Crops and Livestock

Apprenticeships are government-backed training schemes aimed primarily at people aged between 16-24, although funding is available for those over the age of 24 in some regions. They enable you to learn practical skills and achieve nationally recognised qualifications, including a relevant NVQ and technical certificate. You will spend part of your time on-the-job getting real experience and some of your time in college learning the theory you need to know. You also have the opportunity to earn a wage while you learn!

Scotland Scottish Modern Apprenticeship in

Agricultural Crops and Livestock

Scottish Modern Apprenticeships are government-backed training schemes aimed primarily at people aged between 16-24. They offer the best of both worlds: you can learn a trade whilst getting paid for your work.

A Modern Apprenticeship is a structured programme of learning based on frameworks developed by Lantra in partnership with employers from land-based industries. This ensures that apprentices develop the skills and knowledge required for their chosen career.

Successful apprentices will gain a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) level 3, core skills and a number of relevant professional and technical certificates.

Scottish Modern Apprenticeships are available through Skills Development Scotland.

Northern Ireland Apprenticeship in Agricultural Industry Advanced Apprenticeship in Livestock

Production and Mixed Farming

ApprenticeshipsNI is a Department for Employment and Learning (DEL) programme. It offers young people the opportunity to train in their chosen occupational area and employers the chance to develop a highly motivated and committed workforce. The cost of

directed training is met by DEL. ApprenticeshipsNI offer a range of

training opportunities culminating in the attainment of industry-led qualifications.

(NB: All-age apprenticeships will be available on a full-framework basis from September 2008. They will be available to both existing and newly recruited employees. Further information in relation to all-age apprenticeships will be presented in the near future).

NVQs/SVQsNVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) and SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) are also work-related qualifications that enable you to gain the skills and knowledge you need to do a job. You can do an NVQ or SVQ at different levels, depending on your ability and what sort of job you want to do. These qualifications are based on national standards agreed by the crops industry, so they are recognised by employers throughout the UK. You could consider: NVQ/SVQ in Agriculture Level 1

(equivalent to GCSEs or a Standard Grade General)

NVQ/SVQ in Agricultural Crop Production at Levels 2 and 3 (Level 2 is equivalent to GCSEs, a Standard Grade Credit, a First Diploma or a National Certificate. Level 3 is equivalent to A-levels, an Advanced Higher, a National Diploma or a National Certificate). 8

A VARIETY OF PRACTICAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE AND AN UNDERSTANDING OF PLANT CARE, MAINTENANCE AND GROWING SCHEDULES ARE USEFUL SKILLS.

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businesses in the UK.

These businesses employ

an estimated 121,900

people would you

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Case StudyPaul Myhill, Enterprise Manager, Farmcare Limited What studies did you do?My parents own a farm in Suffolk and I worked on local farms during my school vacations. At 18, having gained A-levels in geography, biology and geology, I chose to study agriculture. I decided to go to the University of Newcastle upon Tyne to study for an Honours degree in Agriculture (crop production) and achieved a 2.1.

What jobs did this lead to?I joined CWS Farms Group in 1993 as part of its management trainee scheme. My initial placement was at Blairgowrie in Perthshire, where I was responsible for fruit pickers. Brief spells at Goole, East Yorkshire and Copston Lodge, Leicestershire followed and in 1995 I went to Stoughton, Leicestershire where I gained valuable experience of dairy farming. Following different appointments, in December 1999 I was promoted to specialist crop manager at the Coldham Estate. The CWS Farms Groups management development programme provided a combination of planned experience and formal training and gave trainees responsibility at a very early stage.

What skills had you gained?I developed a wide range of skills including operational skills, husbandry skills (both arable and livestock), resource management and productivity, finance, people management, information and administration. The CWS Farms Group has now become Farmcare and undergone considerable change. Progression opportunities are still available within the business. I have now progressed to become Enterprise Manager at the Coldham Estate.

What benefits are you enjoying?The benefits of working for an organisation like Farmcare are varied, but include an attractive salary, an excellent pension scheme, and good career prospects.


Further and higher educationIf you would rather do a college or university-based course to give you the skills and knowledge you need, there are also lots of options available to you at different levels depending on your abilities and your aspirations. They include: First Diploma, National Diploma and

Higher National Diploma National Certificate, Higher National

Certificate, Advanced National Certificate

Foundation Degrees, BSc, MSc, PhD

Technical and professional qualificationsOnce you are working in the crops industry, if you want to improve your skills and knowledge in a specific area, you could do additional technical courses and professional qualifications. These could include: Certificates of Competence

What can I aspire to?There are many ways to enter a career in the crops industry. If you have no formal

qualifications but can demonstrate your enthusiasm for working with crops, there are opportunities for you.

Opportunities exist for qualified people to progress to careers on farm as well as in areas linked to the crops industry, such as sales, research and policy development. Work on larger farms offers the opportunity to specialise in a particular area and very often large teams offer many chances to progress, learn new skills and earn very good salaries particularly at management level. b

Facts and figures There are 23,000 agriculture

and 10,000 production horticulture businesses in the UK

Crop businesses in the UK employ an estimated 129,000 people

The agricultural crops industry contributes 3.6 billion to the UKs economy

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xamples of some specialist livestock farms are those that milk dairy cows for liquid milk, cheese and yoghurt, farms that produce beef and lamb from cattle and sheep flocks, pig farms producing pork, bacon and ham, and a range of poultry farms producing eggs and/or meat. Many farms also produce livestock to sell to other farmers for breeding. Animal health and welfare is a very important part of livestock farming to ensure that each animal

has the environment to live, breed, grow and perform at its best. Those working with livestock must be able to ensure this by having a natural affinity with livestock, knowing how to care and recognise symptoms of discomfort and illness, and how to handle them with care and skill.

What is the livestock industry?The livestock industry offers a huge range of opportunities for anyone of any age. Livestock farms and businesses vary enormously in what they produce and how they do it, depending on a range of factors such as farm location. Many lowland farms combine livestock production with growing crops, where the farmer can grow livestock feed such as grass and cereals, known as mixed farming. There is now a much greater interest from purchasers to ensure meat and livestock products are produced in an environmentally friendly way with optimum welfare conditions. increasing the demand for local, quality livestock products. Farmers Markets are providing farmers with a direct route to market for their products and creating a shopping experience that is vibrant and upbeat.

What opportunities are there for me?Farms vary enormously, so there are plenty of opportunities to pursue a particular interest. Businesses can be small, so each employee has an important role to play. The more skills you can develop, the more you will be able to contribute. In addition, to working on a farm, there are a number of roles in supplying the livestock industry, such as animal feed manufacturing, livestock nutrition and selling, animal health products and specialist farm machinery, technology and buildings construction, advice and sales.

Is the livestock industry right for you?It could be right for you if: You dont want to be office bound and would like the

opportunity to work outdoors

You relish responsibility You enjoy spending time with and caring for animals You like working with and applying new technology You enjoy seeing a project through from start to finish Enjoy problem solving and using your own initiative, facing

different challenges on a daily basis

Top five useful skills to develop to work with livestock: An understanding of animal health and welfare Business management skills including sales, customer care,

marketing, promotion and accounts An understanding of, and the ability to, plan livestock

production systems and programmes A broad understanding of animal biology in terms of nutrition,

digestion and breeding A variety of practical skills and knowledge

Livestock businesses need employees who can combine technical knowledge with practical skills. There are a range of courses available that will help you achieve the skills and knowledge you need to work at different levels in the livestock industries.

Work-based or vocational trainingThese qualifications combine practical work-based experience with classroom-based training. Some enable you to earn while you learn! They will give you the skills and knowledge you need to do a job effectively and show that you can actually do it - not simply that you know how to do it in theory. They include:

ApprenticeshipsEngland & Wales Apprenticeship/Foundation Modern Apprenticeship in

Agricultural Crops and Livestock Advanced Apprenticeship/Modern Apprenticeship in

Agricultural Crops and Livestock

Apprenticeships are government-backed training schemes aimed primarily at people aged between 16-24, although funding is available for those over the age of 24 in some regions. They enable you to learn practical skills and achieve nationally recognised qualifications, including a relevant NVQ

Are you interested in working in a diverse industry where animal health and welfare is increasingly important, and that covers a range of specialist areas including dairy, beef, sheep, pigs and poultry?

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and technical certificate. You will spend part of your time on-the-job getting real experience and some of your time in college learning the theory you need to know. You also have the opportunity to earn a wage while you learn!

Scotland Scottish Modern Apprenticeship in Agricultural Crops and

Livestock




Scottish Modern Apprenticeships are available through Skills Development Scotland

Northern Ireland Apprenticeship in Agricultural Industry Advanced Apprenticeship in Livestock Production and Mixed

Farming

ApprenticeshipsNI is a Department for Employment and Learning (DEL) programme. It offers young people the opportunity to train in their chosen occupational area and employers the chance to develop a highly motivated and committed workforce. The cost of directed training is met by DEL.

ApprenticeshipsNI offer a range of training opportunities culminating in the attainment of industry-led qualifications.(NB: All-age apprenticeships will be available on a full-framework basis from September 2008. They will be available to both existing and newly recruited employees. Further information in relation to all-age apprenticeships will be presented in the near future).

NVQs/SVQsNVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) and SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) are also work-related qualifications that enable you to gain the skills and knowledge you needed

to do a job. You can do an NVQ or SVQ at different levels, depending on your ability and what sort of job you want to do. These qualifications are based on national standards agreed by the livestock industry, so they are recognised by employers throughout the UK. You could consider: NVQ/SVQ in Agriculture Level 1 (equivalent to GCSEs or a

Standard Grade General) NVQ/SVQ in Mixed Farming at Levels 2 and 3 (Level 2 is

equivalent GCSEs, a Standard Grade Credit, a First Diploma or a National Certificate. Level 3 is equivalent to A-levels, an Advanced Higher, a National Diploma or a National Certificate).

NVQ/SVQ in Livestock Production at Levels 2 and 3 (as above)

Further and higher educationIf you would rather do a college or university-based course to give you the skills and knowledge you need, there are also lots of options available to you at different levels depending on your abilities and your aspirations. They include: First Diploma, National Diploma and Higher National Diploma National Certificate, Advanced National Certificate, Higher

National Certificate BSc, MSc, PhD

Technical and professional qualificationsOnce you are working in the livestock industry, if you want to improve your skills and knowledge in a specific area, you could do additional technical courses and professional qualifications. These could include: Certificates of Competence

What can I aspire to?There are many ways to enter a career in the livestock industry. If you have no formal qualifications but can demonstrate your enthusiasm for working with livestock, there are opportunities for you.

Opportunities exist for qualified people to progress to careers on farm as well as in areas linked to the livestock industry, such as sales, research and policy development. Work on larger farms offers the opportunity to specialise in a particular area and very often large teams offer many chances to progress, learn new skills and earn very good salaries particularly at management level. b

Facts and figures There are around 174,800 livestock businesses in

the UK An estimated 18.5 million hectares in the UK is

agricultural land The livestock industry employs around 296,200

people in the UK 1.3% of the UK`s workforce are employed in

agriculture

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orking in animal care

could give you the

opportunity to: Develop a

fulfilling and rewarding career

Provide the best possible care for animals Handle domestic and exotic pets,

wildlife and even zoo animals Be part of a dedicated team of

professionals Work anywhere from a wildlife

sanctuary to a cattery or animal charity

What is animal care?If you love animals and would like to be part of a dedicated team of professionals that care about their welfare, then a career in animal care could be for you. The industry offers a wide range of opportunities in handling, supervising and caring for animals from small domestic and exotic pets to wildlife and zoo animals.

Pet ownership in the UK is predicted to grow, with a positive knock-on effect for animal care industries like pet shops and dog groomers. But unfortunately, animal charities have a big job to do too the PDSA treats 4,500 animals daily and they need skilled and dedicated professionals to help with their work.

What opportunities are there for me?There are plenty of animal care opportunities in areas including pet shops, boarding kennels and catteries, pet breeders, dog training and grooming, animal welfare charities and

Are you interested in working in a profession where youll be vital to the welfare of animals, and will get the chance to work in a variety of fulfilling roles?

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while you learn! They will give you the skills and knowledge you need to do a job effectively and show that you can actually do it not simply that you know how to do it in theory. They include:


Apprenticeship in Animal Care Advanced Apprenticeship/Modern

Apprenticeship in Animal Care

Apprenticeships are government-backed training schemes aimed primarily at people aged between 16-24, although funding is available for those over the age of 24 in some regions. They enable you to learn practical skills and achieve nationally recognised qualifications, including a relevant NVQ and technical certificate. You will spend part of your time on-the-job getting real experience and some of your time in college learning the theory you need to know. You also have the opportunity to earn a wage while you learn!


Animal Care


A Modern Apprenticeship is a struc-tured programme of learning based on frameworks developed by Lantra in part-nership with employers from land-based industries. This ensures that appren-tices develop the skills and knowledge required for their chosen career.



Northern Ireland Apprenticeship in Animal Care Advanced Apprenticeship in Animal

Care


ApprenticeshipsNI offer a range of

zoos and wildlife parks. There are even opportunities to start your own business.

Is animal care right for you?It could be right for you if: You love animals You are interested in animal health and

welfare You are caring and sympathetic You relish working with other people

and being part of a team You want a job that is fulfilling and

satisfying

Top five useful skills to develop to work in animal care: Knowledge of animal health and

veterinary issues Customer service skills An ability to multi-skill and manage

your time effectively An awareness of health and safety

issues Business management skills, including

accounts

Animal care businesses need employees who can combine technical knowledge with practical skills. There are a range of courses available that will help you achieve the skills and knowledge you need to work at different levels in animal care.

Work-based or vocational trainingThese qualifications combine practical work-based experience with classroom-based training. Some enable you to earn


Facts and figures There are

around 13,300 animal care businesses in the UK

The total UK animal health market is worth around 360 million per annum

The total market for cat and dog food is currently worth over 1.6 billion

training opportunities culminating in the attainment of industry-led qualifications.(NB: All-age apprenticeships will be available on a full-framework basis from September 2008. They will be available to both existing and newly recruited employees. Further information in relation to all-age apprenticeships will be presented in the near future).

NVQs/SVQsNVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) and SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) are also work-related qualifications that enable you to gain the skills and knowledge you needed to do a job. You can do an NVQ or SVQ at different levels, depending on your ability and what sort of job you want to do. These qualifications are based on national standards agreed by the animal care industry, so they are recognised by employers throughout the UK. You could consider: NVQ/SVQ in Animal Care at Levels

1, 2 and 3 (Level 1 is equivalent to GCSEs or a Standard Grade General. Level 2 is equivalent GCSEs, a Standard Grade Credit, a First Diploma or a National Certificate. Level 3 is equivalent to A-levels, an Advanced Higher, a National Diploma or a National Certificate).

Further and higher educationIf you would rather do a college or university-based course to give you the skills and knowledge you need, there are also lots of options available to you at different levels depending on your abilities and your aspirations. They include: National Certificate, Higher National

Certificate and Advanced National Certificate

First Diploma, National Diploma and Higher National Diploma

BSc, PgDip and MSc

What can I aspire to?There are many ways to enter a career in animal care. If you have no formal experience but are able to demonstrate an interest and enthusiasm for working with animals, there may be opportunities available.

But training and qualifications are increasingly important for people considering a career with animals. Experience can be obtained by working voluntarily or assisting in pet shops, zoos, and so on. Larger pet shops may offer full or part-time paid opportunities. b


The Animal Technology Industry


nimal technology is the specialist profession responsible for the care and welfare of laboratory animals.

All animal research is controlled by strict laws learning about the law is part of

an animal technicians training. It is also the responsibility of animal technicians to find ways of using fewer animals and of improving the quality of life for the laboratory animals in their care.

What opportunities are there for me?Trainees can earn up to 12,000 per year, with the employer paying for training costs. A senior technician could earn 20,000 to 30,000 and a manager 35,000 plus (in some areas, including London, an extra allowance is paid, and regional variations will apply). Top five useful skills to develop to work in animal technology: An understanding of the legal

controls on animal research and their implementation

Knowledge of animal handling and care, housing, breeding and feeding

An understanding of mammalian physiology

Computer and scientific skills

At a higher level, knowledge of immunology and pathology, microbiology and genetics

There is always more to learn in a career caring for animals. Animal technicians are dedicated to advancing and promoting excellence in animal care and so training is a continuous commitment.

In conjunction with technical and FE colleges, the Institute of Animal Technology (IAT) offers or moderates a selection of courses (employers will normally help with fees and expenses and provide day release).

IATs five levels of qualification Certificate in Laboratory Animal

Husbandry Certificate in Laboratory Animal

Technology (after at least 1 year in work)

Membership Diploma (3 years) Fellowship Diploma (5+ years) BSc Degree (5+ years)

NVQs/SVQsNVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) and SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) are work-related qualifications that enable you to gain the skills and knowledge you needed to do a job.

You can do an NVQ or SVQ at different levels, depending on your ability and what sort of job you want to do. These qualifications are based on national standards agreed by the animal technology industry, so they are recognised by employers throughout the UK. You could consider: NVQ/SVQ in Animal Technology at

Levels 2 and 3 (Level 2 is equivalent GCSEs, a Standard Grade Credit, a First Diploma or a National Certificate. Level 3 is equivalent to A-levels, an Advanced Higher, a National Diploma or a National Certificate).

Further and higher educationIf you would rather do a college or university-based course to give you the skills and knowledge you need, there are also lots of options available to you at different levels depending on your abilities and your aspirations. They include: First Certificate, National Certificate,

Higher National Certificate BSc

What can I aspire to?Entry requirements are not standardised but generally employers will be looking for GCSE maths, english and one or more science subjects (grade D and

above). Post `A` or `AS` level entry is common. Anyone wishing

to be an animal technician must convince a potential

employer of their genuine and committed interest in animal care and welfare.

Applicants will be at an advantage if they have direct experience of looking

after animals (pets, dog walking, kennel work, school

clubs, etc). b

Facts and figures Animal technology

businesses in the UK employ around 3,400 people

There are 285 animal technology businesses in the UK

Are you interested in working in a profession where youll get to provide the best in care to animals, and be part of the drive to discover new medicines that will protect the health of people and animals?

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f you like the idea of planning your own workloads and being your own boss, then a

job in aquaculture could be for you. In this diverse industry, you could be involved in breeding

and rearing anything from shellfish to finfish, either for sale or for restocking lakes and rivers for angling.

The work of a fish farmer varies considerably and requires a wide range of skills. This includes knowing how to maintain equipment and cages, and ensuring the health and welfare of fish.

What opportunities are there for me?You could find yourself breeding or rearing stocks of fish for wholesale or retail trade or for restocking lakes and rivers used by anglers. You could also be involved in habitat management, ensuring the health and welfare of stock, and poaching control.

Is aquaculture right for you?It could be right for you if: You dont want to be office bound

and would like the opportunity to work outdoors

You relish responsibility and being part of a small team

Youre interested in fish and fishing You like developing new skills and

keeping up with technology You are good with people

Top five useful skills to develop to work in aquaculture: An understanding of fish husbandry

and welfare Knowledge of habitats and their

effective management An understanding of legislation and its

practical application An ability to plan breeding and growing

programmes over time A variety of practical skills and

knowledge

Are you interested in working in an indus-try that will provide you with lots of prac-tical and technical skills, and where the welfare of fish and of the environment is extremely important?

The Aquaculture Industry

IDid you know?

There are approximately

1,150 fish farming businesses in the UK


around 7,200 people

would you like to be one of them?

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Also available in most subjects, a one-year top-up honours degree course for students who already hold a HND or Foundation Degree and courses at First and National Diploma and Certificate Level.The college boasts exceptional practical facilities on its 1270 acre campus, including a commercial garden centre and nursery, arboretum, well-equipped workshops, farm, veterinary practice, animal therapy centre and a large variety of artificial and grass sports pitches. En-suite self catering and catered residential places available with subsidised transport available from many areas.

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Facts and figures Figures put annual

Highlands & Islands salmon production at over 130,000 tonnes

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS Further and higher educationIf you would rather do a college or university-based course to give you the skills and knowledge you need, there are also lots of options available to you at different levels depending on your abilities and your aspirations. They include: First Diploma, National Diploma and

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Certificate BSc, MSc, PhD

What can I aspire to?There are many ways to enter a career in aquaculture. If you have no formal qualifications but can demonstrate your enthusiasm for working with fish, there are opportunities for you. b

Aquaculture businesses need employees who can combine technical knowledge with practical skills. There are a range of courses available that will help you achieve the skills and knowledge you need to work at different levels in the aquaculture industry.

Work-based or vocational trainingThese qualifications combine practical work-based experience with classroom-based training. Some enable you to earn while you learn! They will give you the skills and knowledge you need to do a job effectively and show that you can actually do it not simply that you know how to do it in theory. They include:

Apprenticeships Scottish Modern Apprenticeship in

Aquaculture


A Modern Apprenticeship is a structured programme of learning based

on frameworks developed by Lantra in partnership with employers from land-based industries. This ensures that apprentices develop the skills and knowledge required for their chosen career.



NVQs/SVQsNVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) and SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) are also work-related qualifications that enable you to gain the skills and knowledge you needed to do a job. You can do an NVQ or SVQ at different levels, depending on your ability and what sort of job you want to do. These qualifications are based on national standards agreed by the aquaculture industry, so they are recognised by employers throughout the UK. You could consider: SVQ in Aquaculture at Levels 2 and 3


orking in environ-mental

conservation could give you

the opportunity to:

Discover more about,

and help tackle, environmental issues

ranging from local habitat or species conservation

to climate change and global warming Work as part of a team with other people who care about the environment

Learn lots of practical skills Make the best use

of your knowledge to help find solutions Help provide a more sustainable environment for us all.

What is environmental conservation?If you care about environmental issues and want to make a difference to the environment you live in, a career in environmental

conservation could be for you. Professionals in this industry are involved with the conservation of rural and urban landscapes, birds, animals and plants, countryside access and recreation, coastal management and the sensitive management of land and river catchment systems.

Environmental conservation overlaps with areas such as agriculture, game conservation, woodland management, heritage conservation, archaeology and environmental management. A career in this profession is not only

Are you interested in making a difference to the environment you live in, and working in a profession where youll get the chance to help find solutions to complicated problems?

Wabout green issues, but is also about making the best use of your knowledge and understanding to provide solutions that will lead to a more sustainable environment for us all.

What opportunities are there for me?There are environmental conservation opportunities in areas including community recycling, habitat or landscape management, countryside access and recreation, planning and green space management, the protection of animals and plants, pollution and flood control and even dealing with international issues such as global warming. These opportunities exist in a range of organisations from government departments to the voluntary sector. It is really useful to gain experience through voluntary work, as competition for jobs in this profession is high.

Is environmental conservation right for you?It could be right for you if: You want to make a difference to the

environment we live in You care about environmental issues You like finding solutions to

complicated problems You relish working with other people

and being part of a team You want to learn lots of practical skills

Top five useful skills to develop to work in environmental conservation: Knowledge of habitat management An ability to work as part of a team Knowledge and understanding of

ecosystems An ability to be flexible The desire and ability to provide

workable solutions 8

The Environmental Conservation Industry

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Did you know?


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Case StudyIwan Williams, owner, Iwan Meirion Tree Services

Gwynedd entrepreneur, Iwan Williams, had always had the ambition of starting up his own trees and timber business and being his own boss. After completing a BTEC National Diploma in

Forestry in 2000, Iwan got a job as an estates worker for Forest Enterprise in Dumfries. But in 2002, he decided to take the plunge and put the skills and specialised knowledge he`d gained from his training into practice, setting up his own business - Iwan Meirion Tree Services.

After receiving support from local agency FFatri Fenter to complete some market research, Iwan realised that the skills he had would be put to good use serving the local area. In addition to identifying a gap in the market, he was also spurred on by the need to generate an income while he continued his studies.

Doing the BTEC National Diploma gave me the practical skills I needed to work in trees and timber, says Iwan, but it also helped me a lot with my accounts when I set up my own business. Having these skills has helped me keep on top of my paperwork.

Setting up the business was obviously a good move to make, as Iwan and his employees have successfully carried out work for the community and county councils, as well as privately contracted work.

Getting the right qualifications is important, particularly when it comes to health and safety, says Iwan. If you want to carry out work for your local council, for example, you need to have the right training. My advice to other businesses is dont skimp on health and safety!

Iwan has a very sound business mind, clearly demonstrated in the success of his own business. In recognition of Iwan`s success in putting his training and skills into practice, and creating a successful career and business, he was one of the finalists in Lantra`s Land-based Learner of the Year Awards 2003.

Iwan is determined not to stop learning, and has recently completed a BSc degree in Forestry at Bangor University. He intends to keep running his business, and has now expanded into providing grounds maintenance services.


Conservation organisations and businesses need employees who can combine technical knowledge with practical skills. There are a range of courses available that will help you achieve the skills and knowledge you need to work at different levels in conservation.

Work-based or vocational trainingThese qualifications combine practical work-based experience with classroom-based training. Some enable you to earn while you learn, or can be developed as part of voluntary experience to complement academic studies! They will give you the skills and knowledge you need to do a job effectively and show that you can actually do it not simply that you know how to do it in theory. A number of conservation organisations offer tailored training placements funded through Big Lottery project support, for example; mainstream alternatives include:


Apprenticeship in Environmental Conservation

Advanced Apprenticeship/Modern Apprenticeship in Environmental Conservation

Apprenticeships are government-backed training schemes aimed primarily at people aged between 16-24, although funding is available for those over the age of 24 in some regions. They enable you to learn practical skills and achieve

nationally recognised qualifications, including a relevant National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) and technical certificate. You will spend part of your time on-the-job getting real experience and some of your time in college learning the theory you need to know. You also have the opportunity to earn a wage while you learn!







Northern Ireland Apprenticeship in Environmental

Conservation Advanced Apprenticeship in



ApprenticeshipsNI offer a range of training opportunities culminating in the attainment of industry-led qualifications.

(NB: All-age apprenticeships will be available on a full-framework basis from September 2008. They will be available to both existing and newly recruited employees. Further information in relation to all-age apprenticeships will be presented in the near future).

NVQs/SVQsNVQs (National Vocational Qualifications) and SVQs (Scottish Vocational Qualifications) are also work-related qualifications that enable

you to gain the skills and knowledge you needed to do a job. You can do an NVQ or SVQ at different levels, depending on your ability and what sort of job you want to do. These qualifications are based on national standards agreed by the conservation industry, so they are recognised by employers throughout the UK. You could consider: NVQ/SVQ in Environmental

Conservation at Levels 2 and 3 (Level 2 is equivalent to GCSEs, a Standard Grade Credit, a First Diploma or a National Certificate. Level 3 is equivalent to A-levels, an Advanced Higher, a National Diploma or a National Certificate)

Further and higher educationIf you would rather do a college or university-based course to gain the knowledge you need, there are also lots of options available to you at different levels depending on your abilities and your aspirations. Relevant experience gained through work placements or volunteering, including the development of practical skills, remains important. They include:

Foundation degrees Foundation Degree in Applied

Ornithology

Foundation degrees are a new employment-related higher education qualification designed to equip you with the higher-level skills that employers are crying out for. They are validated by universities and are a degree in their own right. Once completed, the foundation degree will provide a stepping stone to a full honours degree should you wish to continue with higher education. With no nationally set entry requirements, foundation degrees are open to anyone with the right ability. Offered on both a full-time and part-time basis, accessibility is a key point of the foundation degrees, with learning in the workplace forming a major part of the qualification. You may also consider: National Certificate, Higher National

Certificate and Advanced National Certificate

First Diploma, National Diploma and Higher National Diploma

BSc, MSc and PhD

What can I aspire to?There are many ways to enter a career in environmental conservation. If you have no formal qualifications but can demonstrate your interest and enthusiasm for working in these areas, you could develop your skills and knowledge through voluntary work with a relevant environmental organisation. b



On April 17th this year, a group of seventeen Agricultural

students and two staff from Walford and North Shropshire College flew off to New Zealand on the annual three-week exchange trip with Taratahi College. This is now a well-established part of the National Diploma in Agriculture course which students undertake in their second year.

In addition to promoting an ongoing understanding between the two colleges, the purpose of this exchange is to introduce students to an alternative agricultural environment and to enable them to develop skills in areas where the host college has a recognised skill advantage.

The students stayed in basic accommodation in Taratahi Agricultural Training Centre near Masterton and on a remote sheep station on the Pacific Coast at Glenburn North Island.

In order to better experience the New Zealand systems of dairy, beef and sheep management the students and staff were split into four groups. Each group took turns to work on the Colleges 580 cow dairy unit and beef and sheep finishing units, which are based at the main College site near Masterton. They also worked on the Colleges 800 cattle and 10,000 sheep station some 60 miles from the main college campus on the Pacific Coast at Glenburn, North Island.

The students visited various types of farms

including dairy, stock, and arable, and one generating electricity from wind! They visited an abattoir at North Palmeston, owned by Bernard Matthews where they witnessed the processing of lambs and deer. They got involved with the weighing and butchering of sheep and undertook activities such as fencing, quad biking and feed analysis. The activity packed days were fuelled by huge packed lunches and as-much-as-you-could-eat evening meals, which were very much appreciated by students and staff alike.

Time was also found for relaxation and sightseeing. Swimming in the lagoon at Castlepoint lighthouse on the Pacific coast, bungee jumping near the banks of the Waikato, New Zealands longest river, luge and jet boat rides.

There were several visits to museums and a trip to an Ancient Maori Settlement at Rotorua where students and staff got involved in doing the Haka. This is the traditional Maori Dance performed by the All Blacks

Rugby team immediately prior to international matches.

A particular highlight of this year was the trip to see a Rugby match between the Super 14 Hurricanes and the Sharks. The Biscuit Tin, where the game was played, was an excellent stadium with wonderful facilities. Although the match itself was scrappy and there was some controversy concerning the final result the students really enjoyed the opportunity to see many famous players close up.

PROFILE: Walford & North Shropshire College

NEw ZEAlAND TRIp 2008

If you would like to learn more about courses at Walford and North Shropshire College, please contact 01939 262100 or visit our website at www.wnsc.ac.uk


orking in the equine

industry could give

you the opportunity

to: Work in

specialist areas from riding schools to racehorse training Be part of a dedicated team caring

for the welfare of horses Develop your horse care knowledge Be responsible for supervising or even

riding horses for a living Take part in a growing and exciting

industry

What is the equine industry?If you love horses, care about their welfare, and would love a job where you could work with them everyday, then a career in the equine industry could be for you. Opportunities to work with horses are incredibly diverse, so you could be working in areas ranging from riding schools and livery yards to racehorse training.

The UK spends over 2 billion on the equine industry each year. There are approximately 900,000 horses and ponies in the UK and 2 million riders, which demonstrates the countrys love of horses and the potential for making money in the equine industry. Riding lessons alone are worth over 500 million. Horses are a major asset for their owners, and need the skilled attention of devoted and well-trained staff.

What opportunities are there for me?There are opportunities to work with horses in areas including riding schools, livery yards, events and competitions,

Are you are interested in horses, care about their welfare, and would like an enjoyable and varied career working in an exciting, competitive environment?

Did you know?


8,000 equine businesses in the UK.


around 50,000 people

would you like to be one of them?

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clubs and hunts in racing yards and careers range from grooms, to riding instructors, to horse breeders and jockeys. Many equine establishments have multiple functions e.g. riding school

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