| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-05-19 | - |
| 2025-05-21 | - |
Program Overview
Pesticide Application PA2A (NPTC)
Overview
Further your knowledge and skills in pesticide application from a conventional boom sprayer with hydraulic nozzle and/or rotary atomiser. Study our NPTC-accredited course at Writtle College.
Full Description
Ground Crop Sprayer – Mounted or Trailed. Course code .
This practical, one-day course is designed for operators who have at least six months' experience of driving a tractor and have completed the PA1 Foundation Module. Our instructor/student ratio is 1:4.
Topics covered will include:
- safe driving practice
- calibration
- post-spraying procedures.
The course requires an understanding of pesticide labels and regulations. This is in compliance with regulations and directives from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Calculations and interpreting information is an integral part of the training.
You'll also complete an NPTC assessment (date arranged separately). Your course fee includes equipment use, NPTC registration and assessment.
Free parking is available on campus in Writtle: we'll issue a permit to you and ask that it's clearly displayed in your vehicle. Tea and coffee-making facilities are available; please bring a packed lunch and any other refreshments.
We offer a number of pesticide application courses at Writtle College, with options including the PA1 Foundation Module, PA4S (slug pellet applicator), and PA6A (hand held applicator – knapsack).
Who Should Attend?
Our course is suitable for operators who have at least six months' experience of driving a tractor, and have previously completed the PA1 Foundation Module.
Dates
- Monday 19 May 2025 (plus one day assessment Tuesday 3 June or Wednesday 4 June 2025)
- Wednesday 21 May 2025 (plus one day assessment Wednesday 4 June or Thursday 5 June 2025)
Where You'll Study
Your Faculty
At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.
Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.
Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.
Where Can I Study?
Writtle Campus
Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.
Fees & Funding
Course Fees
Standard Booking
£395
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have at least six months' experience of driving a tractor. You will not be allowed to start the course without the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) which should include:
- waterproof Wellington boots, preferable steel toe capped
- sprayer face shield
- type 5/6 disposable coveralls
- unlined nitrile gloves.
City & Guilds states that students cannot go forward for testing until the PA1 unit has been achieved.
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.
Program Outline
Outline:
Course Content:
- Safe driving practice
- Calibration
- Post-spraying procedures
Course Structure:
- Practical, one-day course
Assessment:
- NPTC assessment (date arranged separately)
Teaching:
- Practical, hands-on experience
- Classroom learning
Faculty:
Entry Requirements:
Applicants should have at least six months' experience of driving a tractor. You will not be allowed to start the course without the correct personal protective equipment (PPE) which should include: waterproof Wellington boots, preferable steel toe capped sprayer face shield type 5/6 disposable coveralls unlined nitrile gloves. City & Guilds states that students cannot go forward for testing until the PA1 unit has been achieved. By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in this course.
