Free Level 2 Agriculture Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Riseholme College, full-time during the day. The course covers plant and animal production, crop and livestock work, machinery operations, and estate maintenance. You'll spend around three days a week in college, with over 300 hours of off-site work experience required as part of your study programme. The course runs for one year, starting in September 2026. If you haven't yet achieved grade 4 in English or Maths, you'll study those alongside your agriculture qualification.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in farm animal production and livestock care.
You'll learn the principles of crop production and arable farming.
You'll carry out estate maintenance tasks across different land environments.
You'll operate and understand agricultural machinery safely.
You'll complete over 300 hours of work experience in an agriculture-related setting.
You'll build knowledge of land management practices relevant to today's employers.
How you will learn
You'll be assessed through a mix of practical assessments, written assessments, and blended learning activities. Around 60% of the course is practical and 40% is theory-based. You'll normally attend college three days a week, with a significant portion of your learning taking place through off-site work experience in an agriculture-related environment.
What you will need to bring
Riseholme College requires you to bring specific protective clothing and equipment. You'll need a high-visibility jacket or bib, overalls, steel toe cap boots, wellingtons, waterproofs, and a lab coat. Also bring a notepad and pens, and a smartphone or laptop for learning activities.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Arable farm assistant: supporting crop growing and field operations
Livestock farm assistant: day-to-day care of farm animals
Groundskeeper: maintaining grounds and outdoor spaces
Landscape officer: managing land and green environments
Farm caretaker: general upkeep and maintenance of farm premises
Agricultural equipment officer: operating and maintaining farm machinery
Animal control officer: working with animals in a regulatory or welfare role
What you could study next
Level 3 in Agriculture at Riseholme College: the natural next step, deepening your technical knowledge and opening more senior roles in farming and land management.
Level 3 NVQ in Agriculture: a work-based route that builds on your practical experience and is recognised by employers across the sector.
