National Certificate Animal Production
R 25,000.00This course consists of 25 modules
You will complete all the theory modules online and then book your practical when you are done.

This course consists of 25 modules
You will complete all the theory modules online and then book your practical when you are done.

An introduction to South Africa’s livestock industry, livestock breeds, and the basic economic principles of cost and waste management in livestock farming.


Learn how to design and manage an effective farm layout that supports productive and sustainable farming operations.
• Understand integrated farm layout principles
• Learn how land use affects farm productivity
• Plan and maintain essential farm infrastructure
• Explore sustainable farm layout innovations
• Contributes to NQF Level 4 agricultural qualifications
Part of the National Certificate in Animal Production (Unit Standard 116309).

Learn the fundamentals of animal classification, natural history, and the biological principles that influence animal production.
• Understand how animals are classified in the animal kingdom
• Explore the historical origins of animal species
• Learn about the geographical distribution of animals
• Study biological and behavioural concepts related to livestock
• Contributes to NQF Level 4 agricultural qualifications
Part of the National Certificate in Animal Production (Unit Standard 116281).

Learn how animal anatomy and physiology influence livestock health, nutrition, and productivity in modern farming systems.
Part of the National Certificate (Unit Standard 116285).

Learn the principles of animal nutrition and how effective feeding management improves livestock health and productivity.
• Understand nutrient components and feed ingredients
• Learn the nutritional requirements of different animal species
• Explore feed manufacturing and preservation methods
• Apply feed evaluation and feeding management techniques
• Contributes to NQF Level 4 agricultural qualifications
Part of the National Certificate in Animal Production (Unit Standard 116282).
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