National Certificate in Agriculture
Become a Certified Organic Farmer
National Certificate in Agriculture
Overview
This full time programme provides students with a broad understanding of all types of agriculture. Successfully completing this course prepares a student for entry-level positions in agriculture or for further study in an agriculture related field.
About it all
The National Certificate in Agriculture is ideal for school leavers wishing to pursue further studies in agriculture, farm operators, farm supervisors, junior managers and emerging farmers who have practical experience on farms, but who do not hold a formal qualification in agriculture.
On achieving this qualification, the learner will be able to:
- Interpret and manage a sub-section of a pre-set business plan;
- Understand interpret and apply technology within a specific context and appropriate to a commodity(ies) of own choice. This could be applicable to both primary and secondary agricultural processes;
- Understand, implement and apply safety and hygiene standards to comply with applicable legislation and industry requirements;
- Understand, apply and monitor different production systems appropriate to an agricultural commodity(ies);
- Implement applicable legislation;
- Identify possible disasters and apply the necessary precautions;
- Collect and apply data and information;
- Demonstrate an understanding and adhere to basic marketing principles, considering quality standards and the export market
- Understand and apply the communication process and evaluate the success thereof;
Work effectively with others and lead a team by applying basic teamwork principles; - Understand what informs personal ethics, values, and norms and how it impacts on the workplace with specific reference to relationships with co-workers, clients, him- or her as well as the environment;
- Identify and access basic resources; and co-ordinate production processes.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COURSE
- At least 3 credits
- Interest and ability to learn
FEES STRUCTURE
Semester 1
Ugshs. 997,000
Semester 2
Ugshs. 1,232,000
Semester 3
Ugshs. 975,000
Internship & Graduation
Ugshs. 320,000
Travel to KIOF in Kenya
Ugshs. 330,000
What you need inorder to Graduate
In order to graduate with a Diploma or Certificate, students must attend our exchange program at Kenya Institute of Organic Farming (KIOF). RUCID Organic Agricultural Training College also welcomes over 20 international exchange students each year through its exchange program with KIOF. The exchange program is an integral part of RUCID’s college programs and contributes to the vibrant community and improved learning experience of programs at the college and at the partner institute KIOF.
Incoming exchange students from Kenya are directly enrolled in courses in which RUCID has better teaching and learning experience. KIOF exists solely for the benefit of the public at large by promoting rural development and education in organic agriculture and related marketing services.
