This online Certificate in Organic Farming teaches you how to build healthy soil, grow crops without chemicals, manage pests and weeds naturally, and care for livestock responsibly. Designed for anyone starting or…
This online Certificate in Organic Farming teaches you how to build healthy soil, grow crops without chemicals, manage pests and weeds naturally, and care for livestock responsibly. Designed for anyone starting or…
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.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Introduction to Organic Farming
Integrated Farm Management Systems
Organic Management Issues
Organic Soil Management and Crop Nutrition
Weed Management
Pest and Disease Management
Livestock Management I
Livestock Management II
Pasture Crops
New Zealand's organic certification standards
Chemical-free, sustainable farming practices
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon completing the course, you'll receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and IARC.
Access unlimited support from experienced tutors via phone and email during business hours throughout your course.
Study 100% online whenever suits you, with 6 months access and approximately 100 hours of learning content. No exams, ever.
Instant access to career support including CV templates, free personalised CV review, interview preparation tips, job opportunities, and LinkedIn profile review.
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.
Get free access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion, so you can share it on SEEK and stand out to employers.
Optional upgrade includes personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, expert career coaching, and proven strategies for job success.
ICOES
CPD
IARC
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.
A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.
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This online Certificate in Organic Farming teaches you how to build healthy soil, grow crops without chemicals, manage pests and weeds naturally, and care for livestock responsibly. Designed for anyone starting or improving an organic farm, or simply wanting to learn more about sustainable agriculture, the course also covers integrated farm systems, organic certification preparation, and New Zealand's organic market. Upon completion, you'll receive an industry-accredited Certificate of Achievement to help you advance your career in sustainable farming.
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Last updated: July 2026