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Agriculture and Land Management
Our experience of training in the agricultural and land management sectors has established a reputation of which Bicton is justifiably proud. Many of our agricultural part-time courses also provide certification, which is required by law. Bicton College was chosen by Channel 4's 'My Dream Farm' to assist Monty Don in his quest to help a family try to realise their dream of making a go of it by working the land (January 2010). The family was determined to leave the rat race behind and transform their lives, but with few skills and no previous experience learning from the experts was a neccessity!
AMTRA Merchants Courses
The aim of AMTRA (Animal Medicines Training Regulatory Authority) Merchants Courses is to equip those who qualify to be eligible for inclusion on the AMTRA Register of Suitably Qualified Persons and to undertake responsibility for registered premises. The course provides an understanding of animal husbandry, including the causes and control of d...
AMTRA Saddlers Course
AMTRA Saddlers Course equip persons to authorise the sale and supply of horse, cat and dog PML, anthelmintics, and include the study of the appropriate aspects in respect of cats and dogs, as well as horses.
Course includes:
An outline of the Law of Medicines, its background and purpose, including the concep...
Basic Poultry Keeping
This course is designed for back yard flocks from 2 to 20 birds, the course will give you all the knowledge you need to keep chickens.
Course details
This is a one day course which includes lunch.
9.00am - Morning session: Can I Keep Poultry, Laws and Practical Requirements, &...
Certificate in Pig Husbandry Skills (QCF)
This 5 week course in pig care including the NPTC - safe use of vet medicines covers:
The care of finishing pigs
The care of weaner and grower pigs
Operation of an outdoor pig
Farrowing
Cost: £975
Dates:
5th March ...
Lambing for Beginners
As featured on Channel 4's 'My Dream Farm'. This practical course covers all aspects of lambing management including, care of the ewe before and after lambing, care of the newborn lamb, difficult and assisted births, lamb survival techniques and fostering.
My Dream Farm (January 2...
NPTC Award in the Safe use of Pesticides
Under HSE legislation controlling application of pesticides, an appropriate Certification of Competence is required for people who apply pesticides or offer a commercial service for this type of work. Training courses for National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC) Safe use of Pesticides Certificates generally take place over&n...
NPTC Certificate of Competence : Telescopic Materials Handler (Forklift) MO8
A practical course which meets the Health and Safety Executive requirements for this type of machine. The course promotes awareness of hazards in lift truck operation, machine capabilities/limitations, and develops operator skills with telescopic materials handlers. The NPTC Certificate of Competence in Fork Lift Truck Operation MO 8 is assessed...
NPTC Certificate of Competence in the Transport of Animals by road - short and long journeys
Defra and EU regulations mean that those who transport animals in connection with an economic activity need to have a certificate confirming that they are competent to do so. There are 2 levels of certification:
Short journey - over 65 km/40miles but under 8 hrs duration
Long journey - over 65k/40 miles and ...
NPTC Certificate of Competence in use of Quad Bike-ATV
A practical course in the operation and maintenance of ATVs, leading to the NPTC Certificate of Competence. The course promotes awareness of hazards in ATV operation, machine capabilities/limitations, and develops operator skills.
Course includes:
Health and Safety at Work Act, pre-start ...
NPTC Tractor Driving and Handling (Adults) MO1-1A
This is a practical course for those with little or no previous tractor and machine handling experience. It runs for a 3-day minimum, dependent on experience. The course concludes with the completion of the National Proficiency Test Council Test of Competence in Tractor Driving and Handling MO1 / 1a.
Course includes: ...
Sheep Shearing
This practical course leads to the British Wool Marketing Board Blue Seal shearing award and is suited to those new to the skills and techniques involved in this age-old craft.
For further information, please contact Customer Services on 01395 562347
Course Content:
Health and safety
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Smallholding: Introductory Weekends and Training Days
As featured on Channel 4's 'My Dream Farm'. Designed for those new and aspiring smallholders who are looking for information and practical experience to help with the management of their land and livestock.
My Dream Farm (January 28th 2010) followed Monty Don as he helped a famil...
Tractor Driving and Handling for Young People
This is a practical course held during school holidays for young people who want to learn safe ways to operate a range of modern tractors. It usually runs in the first week of the summer holidays, but can be organised earlier in the year if there is sufficient demand. Please contact Sam Oldfield on 01395 562347 or email ...
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Where your course leads to a formal qualification, you will be asked to enter or register for the examination or assessment as discussed with your tutor at the appropriate time.
If you have a disability or learning difficulty or think you may need help to brush up your literacy and numeracy skills please contact the Inclusion and Study Support Coordinator on 01395 562300 extension 2457 to discuss ways we can support you.
We offer courses for business purposes B and courses for leisure L. Business courses are those designed to give you training to improve your work related skills – either work you are currently doing to enhance your career prospects, to enable you to develop work on a self employed basis or if you are looking for a career change. Many of our foundation degrees F are also available as a part time course, offering you the flexibility and convenience to combine your study with family or work commitments.
Any courses suitable for businesses will display a B symbol, courses suitable for leisure will display L, and foundation degrees will display F.
There are over 100 part time courses to choose from. You can study at a number of locations across Devon. Many of our part time courses do not require formal qualifications, just motivation and enthusiasm.If you are in receipt of means tested benefits, or are a dependant of someone who is, you may be entitled to a reduced fee. Not all courses are entitled to a reduction so double-check in the column title RF (Reduced Fee). It may say N/A, meaning that a reduced fee is not applicable to this course, or there may be a figure in the box. This figure is the amount that you will pay when you enrol on the course. It includes compulsory costs, such as exam fees and a deposit. This deposit will be refunded on successful completion of the qualification. There may be additional costs for materials depending of the nature of your course. It may be possible to pay by instalments.
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