Level 2Intermediate · GCSE equivalent
General farm worker
Support the operation of a farm.
Typical duration
1y 6m
Training funded
up to £8,000
Route
Agriculture, environmental and animal care
Standard ref
ST0937
Role overview
A General Farm Worker apprenticeship trains you in the broad practical skills required to work effectively on arable, livestock, or mixed farming operations, including animal husbandry, crop production, machinery operation, and farm maintenance. You will develop an understanding of farming systems and the seasonal nature of agricultural work. This standard leads to progression as a farm supervisor, specialist stockperson, or agricultural machinery operator.
Careers this apprenticeship leads to
Salary progression, top employers and day-to-day reality for the roles this standard prepares you for.
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