Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment Apprenticeships

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Written by
Ellie Carter
Published on
October 31, 2024

Careers in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment give you the opportunity to earn whilst you learn and work in a fun outdoorsy sector. You can make a positive impact to the environment and play a vital role in society. Take our Career Match now and see if ur a good fit.

An intro to Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment apprenticeships.

If you’re an outdoorsy person and want to work in a fast paced, diverse sector, an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment could be for you. This sector offers a wide range of careers such as Farmers, Florists and Landscape Gardener. In these roles, you will be able to work with lots of different people in a team and collaborate with them on different projects. The Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment sector is very dynamic, so you need to be adaptable and open to change when working in any of these roles.

By taking urfuture’s Career Match, you can see if you would be a match to this sector and find the right role for you.

What is an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment?

Apprenticeships in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment offer hands on experience in the workplace as well as academic learning in a classroom setting, providing you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to succeed at an apprenticeship in this sector.

As an apprentice you will work with other members of ur team who will give you advice and mentorship. You’ll also have support from ur tutors and mentors so you can get the most out of this journey and improve.

Jobs in this sector can be rewarding and impactful, but also diverse so being adaptable is key.

As a part of ur apprenticeship, you could be based in all kinds of settings, typically outdoors, including a farm, fields or a vets as well as in a classroom for ur 20% off the job training.

If you want any more information on apprenticeships, we can give you a full breakdown on them!

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Key working traits for this sector:

• Outdoorsy

• Attention to Detail

• Adaptable

• Active

• Passionate

If you feel like you have any of these traits, take our Career Match and see if you would be a good fit for an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment.

If you’re not sure if this is right for you, check out the other apprenticeships we have available and if you think you’d be better suited to an entry level job, check out the ones we have available.

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Future career opportunities after an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment:

• Dog Groomer

• General Farmer

• Florist

• Veterinary Nurse

• Green Keeper

• Crop Technician

• Landscape Gardener

• Water Environment Worker

How can urfuture help you get an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment?

urfuture can guide you in discovering whether an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment is the right choice for you. You can start by taking our Career Match, where we’ll predict the top 5 best career categories for you.

You'll also get to investigate what you might like or dislike in a career, giving you a clearer picture of yourself and ur career preferences. This way, you'll be able to find a job that matches ur goals and needs.

It’s all data and science backed. It’s the same as how Uber uses Ai and machine learning to predict route pricing and optimisation. Our Career Match uses the same technology to predict what career will be right for you. If you want any more information on this, you can read all about how it works.

After completing the Career Match, we will recommend you specific jobs based on ur results and the needs of each employer, using the same algorithm. This allows you to have a score out of 10 to every job on the app.

You can then learn about the different career categories on Careerflix. Here you can watch lots of engaging videos that tell you about the sector. If you have any other questions, our CareerAi will answer them immediately.

You can also learn all about the entry level jobs available in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment.

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Frequently asked questions- Finding an Apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment

Will I get paid during my Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment Apprenticeship?

Yes, when you do an apprenticeship, you are earning whilst learning but salaries will vary depending on the employer, location and level of apprenticeship that ur doing.

What qualifications do I need to apply for an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment?

Every apprenticeship is different regarding entry requirements, and it also depends on the level. Level 2 apprenticeships require no previous qualifications, but other levels will usually require Grade 9-4/AC in Maths and English GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills.

Do I need any previous experience for an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment?

No, none of the jobs onurfuture require you to have any previous experience as we want everyone tohave an equal opportunity at finding their perfect career.

How long is an apprenticeship in Agriculture, Animal Care & The Environment?

Apprenticeships in this sector usually range from 12-24 months depending on the role and level.