Course description
This one year programme is designed for those who are interested in a successful career working in the fishery sector. The programme has a mixture of theory and practical sessions during which you will learn a wide range of skills which will include coarse, sea and game angling as well as habitat creation and management. Study programmes include a minimum of compulsory work experience hours achieved through one day a week or block placements. The amount of hours required is dependent on the study programme. All students aged 16-18 on our Level 2 & Level 3 programmes will now have to take part in an exciting and compulsory 50-day industry placement programme alongside completion of their vocational course. The programme will give you the chance to gain valuable skills in a real working environment whilst being paired with your ideal employer.
QUALIFICATIONS GAINED
- Level 2 Technical Certificate in Land and Wildlife (Fisheries)
- Plumpton College Certificate
- Additional Work Related Qualifications
- College Award, Functional Skills or GCSEs in English and maths
After completing your course, you can choose to go on to study a Level 3 in Fish Management. Alternatively, you’ll have the skills to find employment in a role such as a Fishery Manager, building or designing ornamental fish ponds or working on a fish farm.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Students should have achieved 2 GCSEs between Grade 9-3 (previous grade sturucture A-D). Successful completion of a Level 1 course, having studied English and Maths at GCSE. Mature students without the above requirements will be considered
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Qualification awarded by the course provider