Course overview
Looking to start your career in the agriculture and farming sector? The Level 2 certificate in agriculture course from East Durham College is the perfect starting point!Agriculture and food production is a thriving global industry that is essential to all our lives - without it, we wouldn't eat!Farmers themselves are a vital part of the agricultural industry. British farmers produce a massive 63% of the food we eat, supported by a large, varied industry that employs 3.5 million people right here in the UK.There's no previous experience needed for the level 2 agriculture course, so whether you're brand new to agriculture or already got a little experience under your belt, this is the perfect starting point. With this course, you could unlock the gateway to over 200 careers that are available in UK agriculture.You may or may not have any previous experience in farming and this qualification could be the gateway to over 200 careers that are available in UK agriculture. Most jobs involve the outdoors in some way and it is a good match for people who like hands on practical work. Whichever area of the industry you choose you are likely to operate machinery of some kind, many of which use cutting-edge technology. Most importantly there are real opportunities to specialise and develop your skills as time goes on.This exciting and ever-changing industry needs talented, flexible people who are ready to take on a challenge. Every day is likely to be different and we need people that can problem solve and take on whatever Mother Nature throws our way.Growing or rearing food on an industrial scale takes a lot of skill and dedication, helped along by technology and science. In fact 70% of the jobs in the agricultural industry involve science, engineering or technology, everything from GPS, to drones and even robots. If you’re ambitious, there is real scope to progress in this industry.
