Animal Production has been an integral part of agriculture for many years and continues to be a vital sector in the industry. With the increasing demand for animal products such as meat, milk, eggs, and other by-products, it is important for individuals to have proper knowledge and skills in raising animals.
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TESDA offers various courses in animal production that aim to provide individuals with the necessary competencies to become successful animal producers. These courses cover different aspects of animal production, from poultry farming to ruminant and swine production.
Benefits
Here are some benefits of taking TESDA Animal Production courses:
- Gain knowledge and skills in various aspects of animal production, such as poultry, ruminants, and swine.
- Learn about proper housing, feeding, breeding, and healthcare practices for different types of animals.
- Increase employability in the agriculture industry as many farms require workers with formal training in animal production.
- Have the opportunity to start your own animal production business or work on a family farm.
- Develop practical skills through hands-on training in TESDA-accredited training centers or by participating in on-the-job training programs.
Animal Production (Poultry-Chicken) NC II
The Animal Production (Poultry-Chicken) NC II Qualification includes the skills needed to maintain poultry housing, care for chicks, manage pre-lay and laying activities, and trim beaks. These are essential tasks for individuals working with broilers and layers in poultry farming.
Units of Competency
The units of competency comprising this qualification include the following:
Basic Competencies
- Participate in workplace communication
- Work in a team environment
- Practice career professionalism
- Practice occupational health and safety procedures
Common Competencies
- Apply safety measures in farm operations
- Use farm tools and equipment
- Perform estimation and calculations
- Process farm wastes
Core Competencies
- Maintain poultry house
- Brood and grow chicks
- Perform pre-lay and lay activities
- Trim beak
Elective Competency
- Breed chicken
Career Opportunities
A person with this Qualification is competent to:
- Poultry farmer
- Broiler raiser
- Poultry farm worker
- Layer raiser
- Poultry farm assistant
- Poultry breeder
- Poultry farm caretaker
- Flock man
- Poultry service crew
Training Duration
- 18 hrs – Basic Competencies
- 48 hrs – Common Competencies
- 160 hrs – Core Competencies
- 40 hrs – Elective Competencies
Total: 226 hrs
Qualifications
Students or trainees who want to enroll in this course should meet the following requirements:
- Ability to read and write
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Physically fit and mentally healthy, certified by a Public Health Officer
Trainer Qualifications
To deliver training on Animal Production (Poultry-Chicken) NC II, trainers must:
- Hold a National TVET Trainer Certificate I (TM I and NC)
- Be physically and mentally fit
- Preferably be computer literate
Reference: TESDA Board Resolution No. 2004-03
Animal Production (Ruminants) NC II
Animal Production (Ruminants) NC II focuses on skills needed to raise ruminants for milk, meat, and breeding. It includes housing maintenance, forage preparation, breeding, and raising dairy and meat animals. This applies to both large ruminants (cattle, buffalo) and small ruminants (goat, sheep).
Units of Competency
The units of competency comprising this qualification include the following:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
- Participate in workplace communication
- Work in a team environment
- Practice career professionalism
- Practice occupational health and safety procedures
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Apply safety measures in farm operations
- Use farm tools and equipment
- Perform estimation and calculations
- Process farm wastes
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Maintain housing, farm implements, and surrounding area
- Provide forage
- Perform breeding of ruminants
- Raise dairy animals
- Raise meat-type animals
Career Opportunities
A person with this Qualification is competent to:
- Livestock Raiser/Farmer
- Cattle Farm Worker (Specialist)
- Goat Raiser/Farmer
- Dairy Raiser/Farmer
Training Duration
- 18 hours – Basic Competencies
- 48 hours – Common Competencies
- 240 hours – Core Competencies
Total: 306 hours
Qualifications
Students or trainees who want to enroll in this course should meet the following requirements:
- Be able to read and write
- Have good moral character
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
- Be physically fit and mentally healthy, certified by a Public Health Officer
Trainer Qualifications
For training in Animal Production (Ruminants) NC II, trainers must:
- Hold a National TVET Trainer Certificate I (TM I and NC)
- Preferably be computer literate
- Be physically and mentally fit
Reference: TESDA Board Resolution No. 2004-03
Animal Production (Swine) NC II
The Animal Production (Swine) NC II Qualification includes the skills needed to care for breeders, manage farrowing sows and sucklings, raise weanlings, produce finishers, maintain a healthy environment, and follow biosecurity measures.
Units of Competency
The units of competency comprising this qualification include the following:
BASIC COMPETENCIES
- Participate in workplace communication
- Work in a team environment
- Practice career professionalism
- Practice occupational health and safety procedures
COMMON COMPETENCIES
- Apply safety measures in farm operations
- Use farm tools and equipment
- Perform estimation and calculations
- Process farm wastes
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Handle breeders
- Handle farrowing sows and sucklings
- Raise weanlings
- Produce finishers
- Maintain healthy animal environment
- Apply bio-security measures
Career Opportunities
A person with this Qualification is competent to:
- Swine Raiser/Farmer
- Swine Production Technician
- Swine Farm Specialist
Training Duration
- 18 hours – Basic Competencies
- 48 hours – Common Competencies
- 240 hours – Core Competencies
Total Duration: 306 hours
Qualifications
Students or trainees who want to enroll in this course should meet the following requirements:
- Ability to read and write
- Good moral character
- Proficiency in oral and written communication
- Certification of physical fitness and mental health from a Public Health Officer
Trainer Qualifications
- Hold a National TVET Trainer Certificate I (TM I and NC)
- Preferably computer literate
- Be physically and mentally fit
Reference: TESDA Board Resolution No. 2004-03
Sample of Certificate of Completion
Requirements
To enroll, you will need the following documents:
- PSA Birth Certificate
- High School or College Diploma
- Certified True Copy of Official Transcript of Records or Form 137
- Certificate of Good Moral Character or GMRC
- 1 x 1 and/or 2 x 2 pictures
To obtain further details, please reach out to the enrollment site that aligns with your requirements. Kindly note that the criteria may vary.
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Summary
TESDA offers three Animal Production courses: Poultry-Chicken, Ruminants, and Swine. Each course covers specific skills, career paths, and training durations. Enrollment requires documents like a PSA Birth Certificate and a High School or College Diploma. These programs open doors to opportunities in animal farming, ideal for those passionate about agriculture. Contact your local enrollment site for more details.
