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Qualification Title New Zealand Certificate in Agrichemical Supply (Level 4)
Qualification Type Certificate
Level 4
Credits 40
Subject Area
  • Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies » Agriculture » Animal Husbandry
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this qualification is to provide people who have the skills and knowledge to advise on and promote the safe and effective selection, storage, handling and use of agrichemicals to clients. Graduates will be able to supervise retail store staff in the safe handling, storage and recording of agrichemicals.

Graduates will benefit by having formal recognition of their skills and knowledge of the safe and effective utilisation of agrichemicals, and their ability to identify, interpret and provide information to clients.

The community as a whole will benefit from having graduates who are able to assist land-based enterprises with selecting agrichemicals in order to maximise productivity and the sustainable use of agrichemicals and animal health products.
Graduate profile
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:

- Manage and supervise the day to day storage, handling and transportation of agrichemicals for supply.
- Provide technical advice and recommendations to clients on the safe use of agrichemicals using a range of information sources.
Education pathways
This qualification may build on qualifications such as the New Zealand Certificate in Retail (Level 3) [Ref: 2235] and may lead to higher level qualifications in the retail, distribution, sales, agriculture and horticulture industries.
Employment pathways
Graduates of this qualification may be employed in roles with rural servicing or agrichemical distribution companies.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
There are no mandatory prerequisites for this qualification
There is a requirement that potential candidates have literacy and numeracy skills suitable for a level 4 qualification given that they are dealing with potentially dangerous goods. Pre-diagnostic testing of candidate's ability to read labels is recommended.
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 2497
Status Current
Created 2014-07-24 15:45:17.0
Last Reviewed 2015-10-21 15:31:47.0
Next Review 2024-11-28 00:00:00.0
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