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Certificate in Organic Farming

Build Skills in Organic Farming and Sustainable Agriculture

Study the principles of organic farming online, earn a CPD-credited certificate endorsed by ICOES, and move into roles across New Zealand's growing sustainable agriculture sector.

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6 Mths
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Certificate in Organic Farming

Build Skills in Organic Farming and Sustainable Agriculture

Study the principles of organic farming online, earn a CPD-credited certificate endorsed by ICOES, and move into roles across New Zealand's growing sustainable agriculture sector.

CPD Endorsed100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
6 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
9
Units
Flexible
Start Date
CPD Endorsed
Credential
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

ICOES, CPD, And IARC Endorsed Certificate Upon Completion

~100 Hours Of Content, Six Months Access, No Exams

Unlimited Tutor Support Included Throughout Your Studies

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Organic Farm AssistantSupports day-to-day farming operations, including planting, crop care, and maintaining organic growing standards…
Market Garden AssistantHelps manage small-scale vegetable and herb production, often supplying local markets, restaurants, or community…
Horticulture Technician (Organic)Assists with plant health monitoring, soil preparation, and crop scheduling across commercial organic growing…
Sustainable Agriculture AssistantWorks alongside farm managers to implement environmentally sound land use and production practices.
Organic Crop Production AssistantSupports the growing and harvesting of certified organic produce, following strict input and management…
Greenhouse AssistantMaintains controlled-environment growing spaces, monitoring temperature, humidity, and plant health for optimal…
Organic Certification Compliance AssistantHelps farms prepare and maintain documentation required for organic certification audits and renewals.
Permaculture TechnicianAssists in designing and maintaining land systems that integrate food production with ecological principles.
Agribusiness SupportProvides administrative and operational support within farming enterprises, cooperatives, or rural supply…
Environmental Land Use TechnicianAssists organisations managing land for conservation, sustainable production, or regenerative agriculture…

Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

9 Units

Core Units · 9 units
  • Topic 1Introduction to Organic Farming
  • Topic 2Integrated Farm Management Systems
  • Topic 3Organic Management Issues
  • Topic 4Organic Soil Management and Crop Nutrition
  • Topic 5Weed Management
  • Topic 6Pest and Disease Management
  • Topic 7Livestock Management I
  • Topic 8Livestock Management II
  • Topic 9Pasture Crops
Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon completing the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Access unlimited support from experienced tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your course.

100% Online, Study at Your Own Pace

Study 100% online whenever suits you, with 6 months access and approximately 100 hours of learning content. No exams, ever.

Career Centre Access

Instant access to career support including CV templates, free personalised CV review, interview preparation tips, job opportunities, and LinkedIn profile review.

Free Student ID Card

Receive a virtual Student ID card giving access to over 150,000 discounts in New Zealand and around the world on food, entertainment, travel and more.

FREE Access to the CCH eBook Library

Get free access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion, so you can share it on SEEK and stand out to employers.

Career Success Bundle (Upgrade Option)

Optional upgrade includes personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, expert career coaching, and proven strategies for job success.

Extra certifications included

International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES) Accreditation

ICOES

CPD Standards Office Accreditation

CPD

International Approval & Recognition Council Membership

IARC

CAN
Your Provider

The Career Academy NZ

The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.

Fees & Funding

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Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no formal academic entry requirements listed for this course. It is designed to be accessible to people new to organic farming as well as those with some practical background. Submit an enquiry to confirm current entry requirements before enrolling.
A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.
Students have six months of access to complete the course. The learning content amounts to approximately 100 hours in total. Because the course is fully self-paced, students can work through it faster or slower depending on their schedule.
The course is delivered entirely online through The Career Academy NZ's learning platform. It is self-paced, so students can study at any time that suits them. There are no live sessions and no exams at any point in the course.
This course does not include a work placement component. Students gain theoretical and applied knowledge through the online learning content. For hands-on experience, students may wish to seek voluntary or part-time work alongside their studies.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by ICOES, the CPD Standards Office, and IARC, along with CPD credits and a SEEK Pass verified credential. This course is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework. It is professional development training that carries recognised industry endorsements and is valued by employers seeking candidates with demonstrated knowledge in organic farming.
As a professional development course, any credit toward formal qualifications would be arranged through an RPL or credit-recognition process with the receiving institution. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm what pathways this course may support.
Completing this certificate can provide a solid foundation before moving into more specialised study in horticulture, sustainable agriculture, or environmental management. Students interested in formal NZQF qualifications in related fields should submit a Get Course enquiry to explore suitable next steps.
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About This Course

Certificate in Organic Farming

This certificate covers the core principles of organic farming, from soil health and crop production to sustainable land management and organic certification practices. Students learn at their own pace across approximately 100 hours of online content, with no exams and six months of course access.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people looking to enter the horticulture and sustainable agriculture sector, or those already working in a related field who want to formalise their practical knowledge. Unlimited tutor support is available by phone and email during business hours throughout the course.

On completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement endorsed by ICOES, the CPD Standards Office, and IARC, along with CPD credits. A SEEK Pass verified credential lets graduates share their achievement directly with employers on SEEK.

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Last updated: July 2026