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Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Dairy Herd Management)

To equip graduates with the knowledge, skills and capabilities for the role of dairy herd technician/manager on their home farm or as an employed farm technician, herd manager.

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Entry Requirements:

Students who have successfully completed the Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture, or equivalent course, are eligible to apply. 

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Duration: August to May

Applications are made online to Teagasc 

Start date: End August 2024

Qualification:

On successful completion students are awarded:

  • QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Dairy Herd Management)

  • This also qualifies the graduate as a Young Trained Farmer

Progression:

Students who achieve this award are eligible to apply for:

Course Structure and Content:

Students spend 20 weeks on course work in the college.In addition, they complete a 16 week practical learning period on an approved training host farm. While most complete this in Ireland, there are opportunities for completing the practical learning period abroad.

 

Maintenance Grant: Apply to Teagasc for a Teagasc Maintenance Grant

 

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Brendan Ryan, Oola, Co. Limerick

I completed the Advanced Certificate in Agriculture (Dairy Herd Management) in Salesian Agricultural College because I had a great interest in dairy farming since I was very young. Growing up on a dairy farm, I knew there was only one thing I wanted to do for the rest of my life so this course was ideal for me.

I really enjoyed the practical side of the course, being out on the farm, getting hands on experience working with stock and machinery.  The two placements were a real highlight for me, working with some of the best farmers in the sector and knowing they are people I can call on for advice or support down the line.

Some of the key things I learned during my time in Pallaskenry were good animal husbandry skills, good communication skills and working as part of a team.

After Pallaskenry, I went on to do the Professional Diploma in Dairy Farm Management in Moorepark, through which I met some great people and got to complete work placement in New Zealand.

 I am now the farm manager here in the Salesian Agricultural College, whilst also farming alongside my family at home.

Advice I would have for possible students in the future would be to get stuck in, make the most of your time here and don’t be afraid to ask questions.