New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) - Viticulture

Program Overview

The New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) - Viticulture program at NMIT provides introductory skills and experience for entry-level roles in the viticulture industry. Through classroom study, practical work, and a vineyard internship, students gain knowledge in safe work practices, tractor safety, and agrichemical use. The program emphasizes practical skills and prepares students for opportunities in vineyard work, including pruning, which increases towards the end of the program.

Program Outline

New Zealand Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2) - Viticulture

Degree Overview:

This industry-recognized program at Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) focuses on equipping students with introductory skills and experience needed to work in the viticulture industry, emphasizing safe work practices.

Objectives:

• Gain introductory skills for entry-level roles in the viticulture industry.

• Learn practical tasks for contributing safely and effectively in the workplace.

Skills and knowledge acquired:

• First aid
• Safe work practices
• Tractor safety
• Use and regulations of agrichemicals

Outline:

• Full-time and part-time study options available.

• Total credits: 40.

• Program duration: 12 weeks (including classroom study, practical work, and vineyard internship).

• Schedule:
• Classes held on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:15 am to 2:45 pm.
• Two-week break (mid-year) at the beginning of July.

Teaching:

• Delivery method: Classroom study, practical work, and vineyard internship.
• Unique approaches: Emphasis on safe work practices and practical skills relevant to the viticulture industry.

Careers:

• Career opportunities:
• Vineyard worker
• Vineyard assistant
• Vineyard machinery operator
• Opportunities increase towards the end of the program as the viticulture industry commences its pruning season.

• Positions can be seasonal or permanent.

Other:

• Workplace requirements: 120 hours of workplace placement are embedded in the program.
Students are responsible for finding and completing this placement with assistance from NMIT.
• Admission requirements: No academic or English language requirements.
• Physical requirements: Applicants must be physically able to complete the program specific outcomes.
Please note that vineyards and vineyard contractors have drug and alcohol restriction requirements.