Certificate in Livestock Husbandry

Certificate in Livestock Husbandry (ALSH02)

The pre requisite for this qualification is the NPTC Level 2 Certificate of Competence in Basic Stockmanship and Welfare.

The assessment is divided in to two mandatory units and one optional unit.
Optional
Either:
Unit 1 - Cattle Husbandry and Stock Tasks
Or
Unit 2 – Sheep Husbandry and Stock Tasks
Mandatory:
Unit 3 - Feeding

Qualification endorsement
The qualification may be endorsed either:
a) Cattle Husbandry or
b) Sheep Husbandry

Candidates seeking endorsement in a) are assessed in Unit 1 (applicable to Cattle), plus Unit 3.
Candidates seeking endorsement in b) are assessed in Unit 2 (applicable to Sheep) plus Unit 3.

Candidates must successfully achieve all Assessment Activities in the units they are to be assessed.

Learning Outcomes
The candidate will be able to:
1. Undertake routine activities in caring for cattle or sheep.
2. Operate within and comply with the legislative and welfare requirements.
3. Complete and maintain essential records accurately.
4. State the identified knowledge that underpins understanding of livestock husbandry.

Candidates must be a minimum of 16 or over.

For further information detailing the activities taken during the assessment of each unit please visit the NPTC Assessment Schedule (link opens in a new window).

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• Additional personal details
• Selecting from optional modules
• Choice of examination dates
• Choice of examination location
• A Passport Sized Photo
• Date of Birth
• Place of Birth (Animal Transport Assessments only)

Dependending on which exam you are taking.

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