FULL-TIMEAgriculture: Mixed Crop and Livestock FarmerLectures start 22 February 2027 (Orientation week 18-19 February)
About this qualification
If you have a passion for agriculture and want to develop practical, in-demand skills in both crop and livestock production, this Occupational Certificate: Mixed Crop and Livestock Farming is an excellent choice. The programme provides comprehensive training in managing integrated farming systems, equipping you with the knowledge, practical skills, and workplace experience required to operate effectively in modern agricultural environments.
You will develop the ability to manage crop and livestock production practices, including soil preparation, planting, irrigation, and livestock care. The programme also focuses on sustainable resource management, integrated crop-livestock systems, and responsible land use to ensure long-term productivity and environmental stewardship.
In addition, you will gain skills in pest and disease management, animal nutrition and health, and the application of best practices in livestock husbandry. The programme further prepares you for harvesting, post-harvest handling, and value addition, ensuring that both crops and livestock products meet quality standards and are market-ready. With a strong emphasis on practical application, this programme prepares you to contribute effectively to agricultural production and food security in a variety of farming contexts.
Admission requirements
Grade 12 or a National Certificate Vocational (NCV) at NQF Level 3 or any other NQF 3 qualification.
Who should study the programme?
- Individuals who want to build a career in agriculture within mixed farming environments involving both crop and livestock production.
- It is also well suited to farm workers or individuals already involved in agriculture who wish to formalise or expand their knowledge and practical skills.
- In addition, it is a great option for school leavers and career starters who are passionate about entering the agricultural sector and developing hands-on farming expertise.
Full-time course duration
1½ years of theoretical and practical weekday classes, followed by a 6-month workplace component.
Fees and study material
Textbooks and study material are INCLUDED in our fees!
Career Opportunities
With this qualification, you can kickstart your career as:
- A Farm Manager Assistant supporting the coordination of crop and livestock production activities
- An Agricultural Production Assistant focusing on crop cultivation, livestock care and farm operations
- A Farm Operations Assistant involved in planning, resource management and daily production processes
- A Crop and Livestock Production Technician in mixed farming environments
- An Emerging Farmer or Agri-Entrepreneur managing small-scale or start-up agricultural ventures
Modules
| – Crops and livestock management, production and practices |
| – Integrated crop-livestock systems |
| – Management of agricultural resources |
| – Integrated pest and disease management in agriculture and livestock |
| – Harvesting and value addition of crops and livestock market readiness |
| – Post-harvest management and livestock weaning |
| – Quality market readiness of crop and livestock |
| – Livestock husbandry, care, nutrition, shelter and health management |
| – Soil preparation, planting / sowing, plant nutrition, irrigation, pest and disease control of crops |
Certification
You are prepared to write the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA), set and administered by the QCTO. On successful completion of the EISA you will receive the Higher Occupational Certificate: Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer (SAQA ID: 125077, NQF 5) awarded by the QCTO.
Unigrad College further recognises student achievement by awarding a Certificate of Completion for successfully completing the knowledge and practical components of the programme.
Interested?
FULL-TIMEAgriculture: Mixed Crop and Livestock FarmerLectures start 22 February 2027 (Orientation week 18 - 19 February)
About this qualification
If you have a passion for agriculture and want to develop practical, in-demand skills in both crop and livestock production, this Occupational Certificate: Mixed Crop and Livestock Farming is an excellent choice. The programme provides comprehensive training in managing integrated farming systems, equipping you with the knowledge, practical skills, and workplace experience required to operate effectively in modern agricultural environments.
You will develop the ability to manage crop and livestock production practices, including soil preparation, planting, irrigation, and livestock care. The programme also focuses on sustainable resource management, integrated crop-livestock systems, and responsible land use to ensure long-term productivity and environmental stewardship.
In addition, you will gain skills in pest and disease management, animal nutrition and health, and the application of best practices in livestock husbandry. The programme further prepares you for harvesting, post-harvest handling, and value addition, ensuring that both crops and livestock products meet quality standards and are market-ready. With a strong emphasis on practical application, this programme prepares you to contribute effectively to agricultural production and food security in a variety of farming contexts.
Admission requirements
Grade 12 or a National Certificate Vocational (NCV) at NQF Level 3 or any other NQF 3 qualification.
Who should study the programme?
- Individuals who want to build a career in agriculture within mixed farming environments involving both crop and livestock production.
- It is also well suited to farm workers or individuals already involved in agriculture who wish to formalise or expand their knowledge and practical skills.
- In addition, it is a great option for school leavers and career starters who are passionate about entering the agricultural sector and developing hands-on farming expertise.
Full-time course duration
1½ years of theoretical and practical weekday classes, followed by a 6-month workplace component.
Fees and study material
Textbooks and study material are INCLUDED in our fees!
Career Opportunities
With this qualification, you can kickstart your career as:
- A Farm Manager Assistant supporting the coordination of crop and livestock production activities
- An Agricultural Production Assistant focusing on crop cultivation, livestock care and farm operations
- A Farm Operations Assistant involved in planning, resource management and daily production processes
- A Crop and Livestock Production Technician in mixed farming environments
- An Emerging Farmer or Agri-Entrepreneur managing small-scale or start-up agricultural ventures
Modules
| – Crops and livestock management, production and practices |
| – Integrated crop-livestock systems |
| – Management of agricultural resources |
| – Integrated pest and disease management in agriculture and livestock |
| – Harvesting and value addition of crops and livestock market readiness |
| – Post-harvest management and livestock weaning |
| – Quality market readiness of crop and livestock |
| – Livestock husbandry, care, nutrition, shelter and health management |
| – Soil preparation, planting / sowing, plant nutrition, irrigation, pest and disease control of crops |
Certification
You are prepared to write the External Integrated Summative Assessment (EISA), set and administered by the QCTO. On successful completion of the EISA you will receive the Higher Occupational Certificate: Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer (SAQA ID: 125077, NQF 5) awarded by the QCTO.
Unigrad College further recognises student achievement by awarding a Certificate of Completion for successfully completing the knowledge and practical components of the programme.
Interested?