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Level 2 Diploma in Practical Countryside Skills

This Diploma enables you to develop practical skills and knowledge for working in the countryside sector.

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Course Summary

Subject Area: Conservation and Countryside
School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Broomfield Hall
Full Time or Part Time: FT
Level: 2
Number Of Years: 1
Interview Required?: Y
Broomfield Hall

Apply now at: https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/course/level-2-diploma-in-practical-countryside-skills
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Course Information for Students

This Diploma enables you to develop practical skills and knowledge for working in the countryside sector.

You should have successfully completed a Level 1 programme with Distinction or a Level 2 programme with a Pass.

  • NPTC 0039-20 Cross Cutting and Maintenance with a chainsaw
  • NPTC 0039-21 Felling Small Trees with a chainsaw
  • NPTC 0014-31 Tractor Driving
  • Woodland Management
  • Ecology
  • Estate Maintenance

This will be delivered on-site.

You need a Derby College Group overall and steel toe-cap boots.

You also need chainsaw boots, trousers, gloves and helmet to meet latest standards. Your tutor will advise on this.

You will be assessed via practical assessments, witness statements and work books.

You will also take Maths and English exams and assignments if required.

You can progress to a Level 3 qualification.

For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk

Course Information for Employers

If you are an employer and would like to know more about the apprenticeships and professional training we deliver or how you can get involved in co-creating and co-delivering the curriculum, please contact us via email on businessenquiries@derby-college.ac.uk, call us on 01332 387 421 or visit our employer pages here.

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Course Information Last Updated On: February 26, 2024 3:59 pm