Open Search Open Mobile Menu Tell us what you are searching for e.g. Adult Learners... Search School Leavers Agriculture Agriculture It’s an exciting time for Agriculture as the UK strives to produce high quality, affordable food that has minimal impact on the natural resources required to sustain it. Modern technology and effective training will produce farmers of the future. Enquire Online View Courses With over 75% of the UK’s land use being agriculture and with a current skills shortage in the sector now is the time to consider a career feeding the nation. Modern agriculture is quick to embrace new technologies and will require a skilled workforce capable of adapting to changes in both business management and climate. With an ageing workforce it is vital the next generation have the skills to succeed. Hands on training Education in the great outdoors. "I like the lessons and practical as it's the subject I am passionate to learn about. After L2 I want to do L3 and work towards having my own farm one day." Dylan Reed South Staffordshire College Key information As well as achieving a nationally recognised technical qualification in Agriculture you will also have the opportunity to achieve qualifications in English and maths. Training takes place on our Rodbaston estate and is supplemented by close links with regional industry experts. You will be taught through a combination of classroom and practical activities that replicate the skills and knowledge required by modern industry. You will be required to complete a minimum of 150 hours industry experience, a vital part of further developing employability prospects. You will be required to purchase your own protective equipment such as overalls and safety boots. You can become a Farm Worker Stockperson Agronomist Tractor Driver Sales/Buyer Contractor Relief Milker Advisor Nutritionist Farm Manager Take the next step with a career in Agriculture Gateway to Landbased Rodbaston College View Course Introduction to Landbased Studies – Level 1 Rodbaston College View Course Agriculture – Level 2 Rodbaston College View Course Agriculture – Level 3 Rodbaston College View Course Have you thought about Apprenticeships You don’t just need to have left school to become an apprentice, we have apprenticeship offers for all ages and are a great way for adults to retrain for a new career. Whatever destination you’ve set your sights on, an apprenticeship will help you get there. Apprenticeship Vacancies Agriculture is taught at Rodbaston College Find Out More Why SSC? At South Staffordshire College our students come first, and everything we do is aimed at helping you to realise your full potential. We are about careers not courses and our expert staff will make sure you have the skills and knowledge needed to give you that competitive edge for when you start your career within your chosen industry. As a school leaver, you will be treated as an adult, within a friendly and supportive environment. You’ll enjoy more freedom and independence, and you’ll make many new friends, all with the same passion and journey ahead as you. As an adult, we understand you may feel uneasy about returning to education, but there is no need to be. We have smaller class sizes and supportive tutors to make you feel very welcome. #CreateYourCareer with us. 0300 456 24 24 enquiries@southstaffs.ac.uk Open to The Public Important Information Useful Links Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Go to the South Staffordshire College Homepage Click to visit the South Staffordshire College youtube page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College instagram page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College twitter page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College facebook page Click to visit the South Staffordshire College linkedin page © 2021 South Staffordshire College - All Rights Reserved - Designed and Developed with ♥ by Elementary Digital