FBAASS advisors work with us to review Scottish farming business and develop a business plan so they have a successful and profitable future.

So to be able to give businesses top advice, you must have strong technical, business management and consultancy skills to become an advisor.

Become an FBAASS Advisor

Are you interested in using your skills to deliver Whole Farm Reviews?  Apply to be an FBAASS accredited advisor today.

 

Potential advisor applicants should meet the following criteria:

Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum of HND level or equivalent

Experience

• Proven track record of delivering business management advice, with the equivalent of at least 2 years full-time delivery of business management consultancy
• Proven ability to establish, appraise and understand the relative strengths and weaknesses of a business
• Experience of developing potential strategies and plans to enhance business performance
•  Current knowledge and experience of the agricultural industry including the key regulatory, environmental and subsidy regimes in Scotland.

Core competencies

• Client focussed
• Credible and influential
• Good critical reasoning skills
• Excellent communication and planning skills
• Driven and enthusiastic

Other requirements

• IT literate with access to computer, email and telephone
• Mobile
• Can demonstrate current Professional Indemnity Insurance.

What are the benefits of accreditation?

• Access to market
  Only FBAASS accredited advisers can deliver grant-aided whole farm business advice through the Whole Farm Review scheme
• Quality Mark
  Accreditation gives quality assurance and shows that you meet the strict criteria
• Training & Development
  Commitment to CPD keeps your skills levels up-to-date
• Promotion
  You will be added to the database of accredited advisers.

How much does accreditation cost?

The annual accreditation fee is £200 + VAT.
There is a non-refundable administrative fee of £50 + VAT for applications.

What is the accreditation process?

To apply you need to complete an application form and provide evidence of educational qualifications, business management skills and technical knowledge. You will need to provide copies of recently completed anonymous business plans. These should contain at least two farm business plans.

How do I apply?

You can get the handbook and application form by calling us at 01738 553311, emailing us or writing to us at:
The Registrar, FBAASS, Lantra, Newlands, Scone, Perth, PH2 6NL