National Certificate: Agricultural Extension
Qualification No: 59550 | NQF 6 | 177 Credits
Overview
The Agricultural Extension Officer plays a critical role in the success of farmers, including small-scale farmers, and in the development of rural communities.
The National Certificate in Agricultural Extension provides the opportunity to agricultural and other technicians in the industry to acquire and broaden their competencies, which will expand the depth and sustainability of their work and contribute toward poverty alleviation and sustainable development in the country.
Requirements
- ND: Agriculture
- Enrolment for 3rd year in Graduate Studies
Duration
12 months
Training Methodology
Online/Blended Training
The blended training model allows students to complete theoretical modules online and practical sessions on a local farm and community – reducing time spent away from work.
Groups of Agricultural Extensioners can also attend contact and support sessions at i3A centra
Ideal for / Possible Career Opportunities
- Agricultural Extension Officers
- Rural Development Officers
- Community Development Officers
- Agricultural Development Planners
- Educational Practitioners
Cost
2024
Payment Options:
Which option suits you best?
Monthly Payment Option:
| Registration | N$2,000 |
| Monthly debit order (10 months) | N$2,800 |
Biannual Payment Option:
| Registration | N$2,000 |
| After registration: 50% deposit | N$13,000 |
| At the start of the second term: (outstanding balance) | N$13,000 |
Annual Payment Option:
| Full-year payment including registration | N$28,000 |
The Cost includes:
- VAT
- Access to i3A Online Campus
- Practical Training support
- All Assessments
The cost excludes:
- Accommodation/meals during practical sessions
- Transport to the training venue
Modules
- Agricultural Extension as a Profession
- Mental Approach to Agricultural Extension
- Group and Groups Dynamics
- Communication in Extension
- Extension Projects and Programmes
- The Approach Community Development
- Negotiation Techniques& Methods
- Evaluation in Extension
- The Educational Practitioners
- Community Disaster Risk Management
- Commercial Farm Planning
- Defensive Driving