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Qualification
College Certificate
Dates & Times
2011/12 dates
Weekend course (Sat and Sun)
Starts
3/3//12
09.15am - 4.45pm
Awarding Body.
Kingston Maurward College
reception@kmc.ac.uk
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Kingston Maurward College,
Dorchester,
Dorset
DT2 8PY
Tel. 01305 215215
Required
Tetanus protection is recommended.
Waterproofs - (you will be asked to disinfect them at the college).
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Tutor :
David Dines
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Is it right for me?
Provides practical skills and knowledge needed to lamb ewes, and to deal with minor problems using the correct techniques. Also covers care of ewes and lambs before and after lambing, with emphasis on animal welfare.
What will I be learning about?
A two day course to give you the practical skills and knowledge to lamb ewes, and to deal with minor problems, using the correct techniques. The course also covers care of ewes and lambs before and after lambing. The emphasis is on animal welfare and is taught in a supportive atmosphere using flocks in Dorset.
- Care prior to lambing
- Signs of lambing
- Types of presentations
- Using the lambing simulator
- Working in the lambing shed
- Tailing and castrating
What is involved?
Mainly practical sessions.
What's Required?
Interest and enthusiasm.
How will I be assessed?
N/a
What is next?
Smallholders Certificate or other part-time agricultural courses.
Notes
Women who are pregnant can not take the course. Anyone living with a pregnant woman must discuss health and safety precautions with the course tutor.