Green Certificate: Agricultural Training
Students enter agriculture-related, structured learning pathways, as part of their senior high program, that support practical training for careers in agriculture and related industries. Up to 16 high school credits can be achieved and students can earn an industry recognized technician-level Green Certificate Credential. The Green Certificate is under the administration of the Department of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development.
Students learn by actively performing agricultural skills through apprentice-style training sessions delivered off campus. Students are responsible for independently accessing a farm or agricultural placement, during after school hours or as part of their personal learning plan. Learning takes place under the direction of experienced farm personnel, under the supervision CBE supervising teacher and administration of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development. Students are assessed at the conclusion of the courses by booking practical in-person exams at Olds College with exam marks contributing to the final mark in Alberta Education course listings. Students can select a specialization based on their interest and chosen farm site. These specializations include: Equine, Cow-Calf, Dairy, Feedlot, Swine, Sheep, Beekeeping, Field Crop or Irrigated Crop.
More information is available at the Green Certificate website: http://www1.agric.gov.ab.ca/$department/deptdocs.nsf/all/grc6643
To register for the Green Certificate, please see the registration page.
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January 4, 2012