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 halter and lead a horse safely
Entry 3  20
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 demonstrate selecting and using appropriate equipment for grooming a dog.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to safely check that a horse is healthy.
Entry 3  20
The learner will be able to identify parts of horse tack.
Entry 3  20
The learner will be able to identify the key parts of a horse.
Entry 3  20
The learner will be able to safely provide appropriate hoof care to horses.
Entry 3  20
The learner will be able to safely take a horse on an in-walk.
Entry 3  20
The learner will develop skills needed to use language in the workplace in a horticultural context.
Entry 3  20
The learner will evaluate growing methods of house plants
Entry 3  30
The learner will train to manage an allotment effectively and safely.
Entry 3  30
The learner will investigate trees as flowering plants.
Entry 3  10
The learner will train to grow plants that are in demand in order to sell to the general public.
Entry 3  30
The learner will build independence in caring for horses, exploring methods of keeping horse paddocks clean and tidy.
Entry 3  30
The learner will build independence in caring for horses, exploring methods of keeping horse stables clean and tidy.
Entry 3  30
The learner will be able to identify fear, anger and excitement in a horse and what causes each emotional state.
Entry 3  10
The learner will be able to assist with correctly fitting, putting on and taking off horse rugs.
Entry 3  30
The learner will be able to observe and develop skills to maintain the school farm grounds. This will include maintaining fencing, gates, storage shelters, gates and paths.
Entry 3  20
The learner will be able to participate in the global City Nature Challenge and will be able to contribute their own observations to the database
Entry 3  20
The learner will have an understanding and application of health and safety practices in an equestrian workplace.
Entry 3  10