Earn while you learn
Workplace based and on-the-job learning are great ways to gain practical skills in New Zealand's horticulture industry. By learning directly at your workplace, you get hands-on experience that’s directly relevant to your job. Apprenticeships are especially beneficial because they allow you to earn money while you learn. Plus, you get guidance from experienced mentors who help you understand the ins and outs of horticulture. This kind of training not only helps fill skill gaps in the industry but also prepares you for a successful career in horticulture. The first step is to get a job with a horticulture business that will put you through your apprenticeship or support you in your studies.
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Production horticulture qualifications are generally split into these four sub-areas of horticulture:
- Fruit production
- Outdoor crop production
- Indoor crop production
- Postharvest