AP Basic Technician Certificate

Basic Technician Certificate in Agriculture Production

The Technician Certificate in Agriculture Production is thoughtfully crafted to empower students with essential skills and knowledge for success in roles within both agricultural enterprises and community farming settings. Throughout the 12-month duration of the program, students receive comprehensive training to become proficient professionals in agriculture production.

The central objective of the program is to empower graduates with the capability to generate valuable knowledge and information in the field of agriculture production. This expertise enables them to contribute significantly to the decision-making processes within agricultural enterprises and community farming initiatives. By cultivating a profound understanding of agricultural dynamics and production principles, graduates are well-positioned to make meaningful impacts in both agricultural industries and community farming organizations.

Program Name: Basic Technician Certificate in Agriculture Production

Program Initials: AP

Duration: 12 Months

Total Units: 18

Delivery Mode: Interactive Workshops and Seminars, Traditional Classroom Setting, Blended Learning

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The Entry Qualifications

The minimum entry qualifications of the candidates shall shall be certificate ofsecondary education examination (csee) with passes in at least two science subjects such as Agriculture, physics, chemistry biology, mathematics, geography, engineering science and nutrition and at least two passes in other subjects.
Applicants who have undergone prior training in Agriculture in recognized vocational training centers and attained national vocational awards (NVA Level three) should have a minimum of 4 passes of form four to be eligible for admission into the program.

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NTA Level 4 Program Structure

SEMISTER 1
MODULE CODE	MODULE TITLE
CDT 04104	INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CDT 04103	Introduction to Conflict Management and Negotiation
CDT 04102	Introduction to Gender and Development
CDT 04105	Introduction to Sociology

SEMISTER 2
MODULE CODE	MODULE TITLE
GST 04211	Introduction to Gender and community Development
GST 04213	Introduction to Sociology
GST 04212	Field Practical Training
GST 04210	Introduction to Enterpreneur skills

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The fees paid to the College are of two categories: Tuition and Non-tuition fees.

The Tuition fee is TSh 180,000/= per Unit per each course or dissertation one takes. For an Award of a Diploma in Community Development, one is required to take a minimum of 18 units. Therefore, a minimum tuition fee is TSh 3,240,000/= only. Please note that there are also some non-tuition fees including fee/charges paid for items such as registration, identity card, quality assurance, students union, coursework examination fee and plagiarism fee, altogether amount to TSh 410,000/=only.

S/NO	COST ITEMS	Cost for Basic Technitian Certificate in Agriculture Production
	DIRECT COST PAYABLE TO THE INSTITUTE
1	Tuition fee - annually	910,000
2	Registration - once	15,000
3	Examination fee – annually	50,000
4	Identity card – once	10,000
5	Field/Research supervision – annually	60,000
6	NACTE subscription	15,000
7	Graduation fee	50,000
8	Farm tools	100,000
	TOTAL FEE	1,210,000
9	Accommodation – annually	200,000
	TOTAL FEE & ACCOMODATION	1,410,000