Agriculture - Green Cert
This one year Level 6 QQI course in Agriculture provides a foundation in Agriculture Studies and provides the opportunity to progress to employment or further study in the Agricultural area.
This course is also known as the ‘Green Cert’ for taxation purposes.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
This is a one year, full time course running from September to May.
Entry Requirements
QQI Level 5 in Agriculture, Horticulture, or equivalent. Exemptions may be granted to mature applicants. Entry is subject to interview.
Careers / Further progression
Career Options
The course is suitable for people seeking employment on farms or working on their own farms. Graduates of the course are eligible to:
- Farm Manager in the Beef/ Sheep Sector
- Gain employment on a farm either in Ireland or Aboard
- Run and manage their own farm enterprise at home
Further Study and Progression
Bachelor of Business in Rural Enterprise and Agribusiness (Level 7) Galway/Mayo IT (GMIT) - ATU
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Environmental Management (Level 7) Galway/Mayo IT (GMIT) - ATU
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture – HETAC Level 7 Waterford Institute of Technology - SETU Waterford
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science – HETAC Level 7 Waterford Institute of Technology - SETU Waterford
BSc in Land Management in Agriculture/Forestry/Horticulture – HETAC Level 8 Waterford Institute of Technology - SETU Waterford
Bachelor of Agricultural Science (BAgrSc) University College Dublin
Further information
Course commences 7th September 2026
Mayo College of Further Education & Training is offering no tuition fees for September 2026, which covers exam fees, student consumables, and journals. This includes courses across campuses in Ballina, Castlebar, and Westport, aimed at relieving the cost of living crisis. Some specific courses or materials might still have costs, but tuition is free.
Mayo College students are eligible to apply for a SUSI grant. SUSI is Ireland’s national awarding authority for further and higher education grants. They offer support to eligible students in approved, full-time courses at PLC. Please visit http://www.susi.ie/for more information and to make an application.
Note: Learners seeking to work as agricultural workers need excellent hand-eye coordination skills; excellent listening skills; an ability to work well with others; physical stamina; physical strength and mechanical skills to operate machinery.
The aim of this programme is to enable the learner acquire the skills, knowledge and competency required to work independently in agriculture, supervising and managing the operation of a range of farming activities in a supervised environment and/or to progress to further or higher education.
The course contains a mix of practical and theory elements with trips throughout the year. There is an opportunity to partake in Erasmus+ placements.
Farm Management and Business Planning 6N20462
Work Practice 6N1947
Beef Management 6N20465
Sheep Management 6N20466
Farm Equipment Fabrication 6N2243
Farm Performance Measurement 6N3005
Capstone for Agriculture 6N20464
Communications 6N1950
Sustainable Farming 6N20463
Grassland Management 6N20472
All Terrain Vehicle Operations 5N1752
6M20486 - Agriculture
Award: Successful completion of this course will result in a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture 6M20486. This course is also known as the ‘Green Cert’ for taxation purposes.
Westport Campus Newport Road,
Westport,
Co. Mayo,
F28TP82
Tel: 094 90 75000
Email: westport@mayocollege.ie