STAR and Gateway
STAR programmes are available in agriculture and are a popular choice with schools where a group of students are taken out of the school each week for either a half or full day. This is an external programme where 100% of the course content is out of the school’s grounds. There are some schools that have opted to have a classroom available and also allows some of the practical courses on the school grounds e.g. motorbikes. This creates a lot of interest right through the school.
Land Based Training requires a minimum number of students per course of 10. This is to cover the minimum costs associated with successfully operating any of the courses that require a specialist Tutor as well as Administration that includes course preparation, site and location as well as the Unit Standard technicalities.
Gateway has been designed to help schools meet the learning needs of all their students. Gateway assists schools to make learning relevant, and to broaden students’ options by offering workplace learning.
It also enables schools to help their students by strengthening the range of career pathways into adult life and independence.
Students pursue individual learning programmes which allow them to gain new skills and knowledge in a workplace in their local community. The learning is hands-on and practical.
Schools Short Courses
1 Day Practical
Course Objective:
All students before they enter the workplace under Gateway require Unit Standard 497. Land Based Training can offer students this course as a one day intensive course delivered on site at your school.
Required Numbers:
10-15 Students
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 497 | Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements | 1 | 3 |
1 and a half Days
Course Objective:
Students credited with this unit standard can describe the legal responsibilities of a driver, and legal requirements for driving on the road in relation to other road users. This course consists of 1 ½ days of classroom theory training.
Required Numbers:
Minimum 8 students
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3462 | Demonstrate knowledge of traffic law for the purpose of safe driving | 2 | 3 |
2 Days
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24836 | Describe nonelectric fences, fence support materials, and safe practices in fencing | 2 | 2 |
| 561 | Install, dismantle, and store temporary electric fences | 2 | 2 |
3 Days – must be 16 years of age
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19044 | Describe the legal requirements and occupational hazards associated with tractor use | 2 | 3 |
| 27608 | Check and drive a basic wheel tractor on flat terrain under close supervision | 1 | 3 |
3 Days – must be 16 years of age
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24557 | Demonstrate knowledge of the safe operation of a quad bike | 2 | 3 |
| 27602 | Ride a quad bike on flat terrain under close supervision | 1 | 3 |
3 Days – must be 16 years of age
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6916 | Demonstrate knowledge of the Approved Code of Practice relating to chainsaw use | 2 | 5 |
| 6917 | Operate a chainsaw | 2 | 8 |
2 Days
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23540 | Demonstrate knowledge of hazards, hazard control, and the consequences of injury in a rural workplace | 2 | 5 |
2 Days
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19137 | Describe the opportunities, advantages, and disadvantages of primary industry employment | 1 | 2 |
| 19145 | Describe hydration, nutrition, and sleep in relation to physical well-being of primary industry workers | 2 | 4 |
2 Days
Unit Standards Gained:
| Unit Standards | Descriptors | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24623 | Demonstrate knowledge of breeds and classes of cattle, and identification and records for cattle | 2 | 2 |
| 24641 | Demonstrate knowledge of features, attributes, identification, and records for sheep | 2 | 2 |
| 19116 | Demonstrate knowledge of livestock behaviour and welfare in a primary industry operation | 2 | 3 |
SCHOOLS AND GATEWAY ENQUIRY FORM
I got my level 3 Dairy Farming through Land Based Training. It was so cool. I met nice people and the tutor is awesome. I class them all as the naki whanau
Yeah the best course around to be honest. Learnt so much!
I’m a level 2 Horticulture student and the tutors are so awesome and supportive. The other students are cool, we are a fun bunch. I have learnt so much in a short amount of time.
Awesome course, learning heaps & loving it! Free knowledge, a priceless gift I will always be grateful for.