Land-based

Learning in this area covers protection of the environment and the management of crops, livestock, fisheries, forests, and domestic and wild animals.

Employment opportunities in this sector include farming, horticulture, animal care and also scientific lab-based research.

We found 295 challenges in the Vocational area 'Land-based'

Challenge Level NLH
The learner will be able to identify animals kept on farms, identify dietary requirements, personal care and follow health and safety procedures.
Level 1  10
The learner will be able to assist with correctly fitting, putting on and taking off horse rugs.
Entry 3  30
The learner will participate in a sensory activity associated with a therapy pony session.
WTE1  20
The learner will be able to recognise parts of a plant and care for plants.
Entry 1  10
The learner will label the solar system and recognise the link between the sun and shadows.
Entry 2  10
The learner will learn about trees as flowering plants.
Entry 2  10
The learner will understand the basics of caring for bees in a hive.
WTE1  10
The learner will be able to identify fear, anger and excitement in a horse.
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to teach a dog a new behaviour using prompt and fade.
Entry 2  10
The learner will discover how to safely maintain an allotment and care for the plants in it.
Entry 2  30
The learner will be able to check the health of a horse and give feedback on their findings.
Entry 1  10
The learner will understand how to plant and care for indoor house plants.
Entry 2  30
The learner will be able to teach an animal a new behaviour which involves targeting or luring.
Entry 1  10
The learner will be able to assist with feeding and watering goats.
Level 1  20
The learner will learn about the five major rainforests of the world, understand the different animals that live in the rainforests and the reasons for the specific climates in the rainforests.
Entry 2  20
The learner will be able to identify fear, anger and excitement in a horse and what causes each emotional state.
Entry 3  10
The learner will teach a horse a new trick or behaviour using the positive reinforcement method.
Level 1  20
The learner will be able to interpret and create food chains and webs using the words herbivore and carnivore.
Entry 2  10
The learner will demonstrate the necessary skills to wash a car safely.
WTE1  10
The learner will be able to observe and develop skills to maintain the school farm grounds. This will include maintaining fencing, gates, storage shelters, gates and paths.
Entry 3  20