Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Core Forestry Leadership (Micro-Credential)
Qualification Type Micro-credential
Level 5
Credits 40
Subject Area
  • Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies » Forestry Studies » Forestry Studies
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this micro-credential is to provide a formal credential for learners/ākonga applying core leadership skills effectively in a forestry leadership environment. This micro-credential is intended for learners/ākonga who currently hold leadership/management roles within the forestry industry, or who have some industry or other relevant experience and are ready to advance into a leadership role. Learners/ākonga will develop a broad range of skills and knowledge, including managing health and safety, leadership and team building, staff employment, soft-skill development, innovation and critical thinking, and the application of te ao Māori me ōna tikanga.

This micro-credential will provide core skills and knowledge required for a leader in the forestry industry and is a pre-requisite leading to a pathway for the New Zealand Certificate in Forestry Leadership (Level 5) qualification [ref: 4826-1].
Graduate profile
On successful completion of this micro-credential, learners/ākonga will be able to lead staff to manage health and safety and wellbeing in the forestry industry, providing core forestry leadership skills and knowledge.

Learners/ākonga will have knowledge of:
- Well-being models.
- Communication styles.
- Stress management.
- Risk management.
- Self-awareness of own leadership style.
- Performance management models.
- Te ao Māori me ōna tikanga within a forestry operation.

Learners/ākonga will have skills in:
- Applying well-being models and stress management strategies for self-regulation and management.
- Problem solving.
- Self-evaluation methods.
- Risk management strategies.
- Performance management models in a forestry environment.
- Culturally responsive practice.
- Decision making strategies.
Education pathways
N/A
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements:
* Candidates must hold a Level 4 qualification in forestry and/or demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge.
* Candidates must be in an industry leadership position or embarking on leadership responsibilities.

Literacy and numeracy:
* Learners/ākonga require sufficient levels of literacy and numeracy to allow them to read and understand workplace documents, complete necessary calculations, and complete assessment tasks.
* Providers will support learners/ākonga during delivery to ensure they have the level of literacy and numeracy required.
Education Organisation No organisations currently offer this qualification.
Developed By Muka Tangata - People, Food and Fibre Workforce Development Council
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 4977
Status Current
Created February 2024
Next Review December 2025
Content
No skill standards or unit standards have been specified in the current version of this micro-credential. Providers may submit for accreditation their own programmes of study that match the learning outcomes specified below.

On successful completion of this micro-credential learners/ākonga will be able to:
1. Lead staff to achieve health and safety and wellbeing in the forestry industry.
2. Apply ethical and professional leadership strategies and skills to cultivate a secure and supportive working environment for forestry staff.
3. Model cultural competency through the inclusion of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Te ao Māori me ōna tikanga and inclusive and equitable practices in the forestry industry.
4. Use effective decision making and problem solving to contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in the forestry industry.
5. Self-evaluate on personal and professional practices to enhance performance in the forestry industry.
6. Minimise the impact of personal and professional stressors to ensure effectiveness in the forestry industry.

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