Diploma of Agriculture
Introduction
The
RIST Centre in Hamilton specialises in the delivery of training opportunities
to people involved in the rural sector. This unique model of delivery
has RIST contract industry experts to deliver Nationally Recognised Training
opportunities to rural producers at a time and place that suits the farmer.
This successful model of delivery has resulted in over 11,000 training opportunities to farmers across Southern and Eastern Australia during the last five years.
RIST is delighted to advise that this unique and highly successful delivery method is being used to deliver the Diploma of Agriculture from our base at Hamilton in the Western Districts of Victoria.
Course Information
Key features of the Diploma of Agriculture
• Industry
focused covering a diverse range of subject areas that have practical
on farm applications.
• Delivered
by experts who have substantial industry credibility with both vocational
and educational experience to deliver training.
• A
delivery method geared towards the adoption of on farm change with a strong
focus on business management and its application to farm enterprises.
• Training
that embraces the latest in technological change within agriculture.
• A
focus on flexible learning with a balance of on farm and off farm training
activities to be completed on a part time basis.
• A
5 - 6 day study tour to a destination to be decided.
• The
development of a farm production plan to be presented at the conclusion
of the course.
Time Commitment
The Diploma of Agriculture is delivered over a two year period (approximately one day per fortnight) with flexibility to allow participants time for employment or involvement in their existing rural enterprise.
Why undertake a Diploma of Agriculture?
Looking to build a career in Agriculture either as an owner or employee? If so, formal qualifications will become increasingly important for your own personal development and to assist you manage the increasing complexities of a rural enterprise.
The RIST Diploma offers an attractive opportunity, which will enable you to gain a nationally recognised qualification in agriculture in the western districts of Victoria. The flexibility of the delivery structure will provide you with the ability to undertake this qualification without leaving your enterprise for extended periods of time.
The qualification is nationally recognised by employers and other educational institutions.
EDGEnetwork®
The Diploma is seen as a significant initiative in recruiting and retaining young people in agriculture in rural and regional areas and as such is supported by Meat and Livestock Australia through the EDGEnetwork® education program.
Contact RIST , Jan Bain, Senior Program Administrator, if you would like more information.
Rural
Industries Skill Training
Setting the course for increased profits in agriculture
Mount Napier Road, Hamilton. Victoria 3300 Ph (03)5573 0943