Land-based

Learning in this area covers protection of the environment and the management of crops, livestock, fisheries, forests, and domestic and wild animals.

Employment opportunities in this sector include farming, horticulture, animal care and also scientific lab-based research.

We found 283 challenges in the Vocational area 'Land-based'

Challenge Level NLH
The learner will be able to identify a frogs environment, name two frogs found in the UK and two frogs found in another country, and state how they are different.
Entry 2  10
The learner will show an understanding of basic pony handling and grooming.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to correctly label the anatomy of three different animals whilst using different resources such as books, posters and the Internet.
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a variety of pets
Entry 3  10
Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a variety of pets
Entry 2  10
Learners will be able to state the specific needs and care requirements of a pet
Entry 1  10
Learners will be able to identify animals kept as pets and the equipment needed by pet owners
WTE1  10
The learner will be able to brush a dog's coat.
WTE1  10
The learner will be able to identify where you can not use a brush on a dog and demonstrate how to brush a dog safely.
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to demonstrate selecting and using appropriate equipment for grooming a dog.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to recognise fear, anger and excitement in a dog and demonstrate how to respond to each emotion.
Entry 2  10
The learner will be able to identify fear, anger and excitement in a dog and what causes each emotional state.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to identify sadness, anger and excitement in a dog.
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to identify the parts of a digestive systems of at least two different animals and answer relevant questions related to the diagrams and animals.
Entry 1  10
The learner will carry out research into wild animals and their habitats and the various ways that people are trying to protect endangered species.
Entry 2  20
The learner will show understanding of how to approach a horse or pony correctly and safely.
WTE1  10
The learner will be able to assist with feeding and watering, grazing and stabled donkeys.
Level 1  20
The learner will be able to assist with feeding and watering, grazing and stabled horses.
Level 1  20
The learner will be able to assist with correctly fitting, putting on and taking off horse rugs.
Entry 3  30
The learner will show knowledge and understanding of where a horse or pony lives, what it eats and what it drinks.
WTE1  10