Work Based Learning - Gamekeeping

Apprenticeships - Gamekeeping

This framework is available as an Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship. On completion of your Initial Training Period, attendance at college will be on a day release basis. The qualification is gained through a combination of work based assessments and practical training and exams completed at college. You will need work at a Game Farm or Shooting Estate.

You will Gain

NVQ in Gamekeeping and Wildlife Management level 2 or 3
Key Skills at level 1 or 2
Emergency First Aid
Certificate in All Terrain Handling (Apprenticeship)
Certificate in Safe Manual Handling (Advanced Apprenticeship)

The apprenticeship will focus on skills required to be competent in assisting with rearing game and maintaining the habitat on large country estates or a game-rearing business. The average duration of the apprenticeship is two years.

The advanced apprenticeship will focus on management skills required on large country estates or a game-rearing business. The average duration of the apprenticeship is two years.

Special Features

The College offers first class practical facilities. Key Skills include Communications, Application of Number, Information Technology, Working with Others, Problem Solving and Improving Own Learning. An additional legislative qualification such as Gun safety, Pest control or Safe use of Pesticides completes the framework.

Apprenticeship Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. You will need to demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm at interview and have acceptable references.

Contact

Apprenticeship Office on 01604 491131 or email enquiries@moulton.ac.uk