Sheep Farmer / Shepherd

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Agriculture

Pathway: Livestock (Sheep). Learners complete 9 mandatory units and 6 optional units.

Mandatory Units

Professional Working Responsibilities
Plant and Soil Science
Contemporary Issues in the Land-based Sectors
Managing Activities for Agricultural Enterprises
Agricultural Business Improvements
Work Experience in the Land-based Sectors
Estate Skills
Land-based Machinery Operations
Managing Environmental Activities in Agriculture

Recommended optional units:

Crop Production
Farm Livestock Husbandry
Livestock Health and Disease
Grass and Forage Crop Production
Sheep Production
Livestock Nutrition.

Lantra Awards Legislative Tests/Skills-based Programmes

The following Lantra Awards courses complement your BTEC Nationals in Agriculture course, offering your learners additional key work-based skills to help them pursue a career in this sector.

Lantra Awards Technical Award in Machine Sheep Shearing*

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Lantra Awards Technical Award in Lambing Techniques*

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Lantra Awards Technical Award in Safe and Effective Use of Veterinary Medicines*

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Lantra Awards Technical Award in Health and Safety: Agriculture and Horticulture

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Lantra Awards Level 2 Award in Animal Transport by Road - Short Journey

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Lantra Awards Technical Award in All Terrain Vehicle Sit-Astride (all types)

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Lantra Awards Technical Award in Tractor Driving (duration based on experience)

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Lantra Awards Technical Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (Including Skills Identity Card)

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*Majority of content covered within BTEC Level 3 Nationals Extended Diploma in Agriculture – see specification or Lantra Awards assessment guidance for full details.

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