Full-Time & A Level Courses
This charge identified is applicable to learners aged 16-18 who qualify for funding. Learners aged 19+ will have to pay this charge and possibly tuition and exam fees. This will depend on the course and any prior qualifications. For further information, please refer to the fees page of our website https://hlnsc.ac.uk/fees/fees-guidance/
* Fees are chargeable each year and the fees quoted will be for the current year only, if the course is more than 1 year further fees will be due next year.
This course provides an ideal introduction to land-based industries, including animal care, agriculture and equine, and will help students decide if these are areas in which they would like to work. Individuals will take part in a variety of exciting practical projects, both on the estate working with cattle, sheep and horses and in the animal care unit with a range of species. There are educational visits to such places as zoological gardens, wildlife parks, farms, agricultural shows or markets. Students will also need to complete 60 hours of work experience in the land-based sector.
Progression routes may include full-time or apprenticeship at Level 2 in Agriculture, Animal Care and Horse Care.
Employment options may include farm work, stable groom, kennel or cattery assistant or a role in horticulture.
Assist with the movement, handling and accommodation of animals
Assist with the preparation for the exercise and aftercare of horses
Introduction to production livestock and breeds
Carry out tractor operations
