Level 6 Specific Purpose Certificate in Farm Administration (Teagasc Green Cert)

Course details

This course, accredited by the Further Education and Training Awards Council(FETAC), is suitable for people who wish to meet the minimum educational qualification requirement for Stamp Duty Exemption on the transfer of land. It does not provide a progression opportunity for those wishing to complete a third level agricultural course. 

Course Structure

During the course, students operate their home farm to a farm development plan in conjunction with the Teagasc tutors. They must also carry out projects on their home farm.

On successful completion of the Teagasc Green Cert, students are awarded theFETAC Level 6 Specific Purpose Certificate in Farm Administration. This course meets the training requirement for Stamp Duty Exemption.

Entry Requirements and Application Procedures

Students who have completed the FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture are eligible to apply. Apply directly to a college or Teagasc Regional Education Centre.

Progression

Students may apply for a place on an Advanced Certificate in Agriculture Programme.