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Agriculture Technician Co-op

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DIPLOMA

  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: Two Years


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Corner Brook - On Campus delivery - September 2025

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Corner Brook - On Campus delivery - September 2025

Feeding the future.
 
Modern agriculture is growing to include technologies that boost crop yields, assist planning and management, along with utilizing more efficient and sustainable farming methods. With these revolutionary advancements, the agriculture industry requires knowledgeable technicians who are skilled in the latest techniques and standards.
 
In this Agriculture Technician Co-op program, you will be engaged in sustainable agriculture and exposed to the study of plants and animals, including the biological effects of soil, climate, chemical management activities, tillage, fertilization, and irrigation on plant and animal performance and enhancement. You will perform physical agriculture tasks combining energy, labor, skills, and machinery using the latest technology and best practices in a real-world setting on a day-to-day basis.
 
A broad range of course content is aimed at developing good analytical and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work effectively as a team member. After successfully completing this program, you will have a basic working knowledge of agricultural techniques and procedures related to the care of livestock and plants and should be able to safely operate farm equipment.
 
As a graduate of this program, you will be able to assist in overcoming challenges identified in the sector, including agriculture production, agriculture business development and risk management, sales and marketing, food safety and processing, livestock care and processing, and value-added agriculture.
 
If this has planted a seed of curiosity with you, dig further with us to find out more!
 

 
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
  • Agriculture Technician instructors and students have revitalized Corner Brook campus’s atrium, turning it into a lively display of an indoor jungle. They have created a green haven under the open glassed ceiling, making use of the sunlight and warmth in the space to create a tropical island feel
  • Included is a field camp at the Centre for Agriculture and Forestry Development
  • Learn to balance the market demands for various farm products with several socioeconomic factors including cost of production, taxation, research funding, technical assistance, land usage, and potential environmental impacts
DID YOU KNOW?
  • Technological progress in agriculture is intrinsically linked to the rise of urban centers and commercial exchange. New technological developments have always been prevalent in this field.
  • To help feed Government’s Agriculture Work Plan to enhance the sector, CNA partnered with Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture, to break ground on a new two-year Agriculture Technician (Co-op) program in 2019.
  • Students of the program were interviewed by The NL Farm and Food Show, Fit to Eat NL, in October 2022. The episode was a chance to chat with students in the class about their motivations, hopes, and expectations in farming.
OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to: 
  1. Perform a wide variety of duties in support of agriculture using farm tools and equipment.
  2. Understand agriculture research priorities and procedures to assist the industry in moving toward a reliable, sustainable, and safe supply of food products.
  3. Prepare land, select seed and nutrient varieties, plant, harvest and market agriculture products.
  4. Care for livestock, as required on a day-to-day basis.
  5. Safely operate farm tractors, calibrate and maintain farm equipment, and attachments.
CERTIFICATIONS
In addition to the formal courses listed in the program of studies, students in the Agriculture Technician Co-op program are required to complete or obtain valid certification in the following areas upon graduation:
 
Standard First Aid & CPR/AED
ATV Training
WHMIS/OHS
Chainsaw Safety
Pesticide Applicators Certification
Skid Steer Operation
Forklift Operation
Fall Arrest
 
NOTE: Students should be aware that additional fees apply for certifications, field trips/tours. Additional expenses will be necessary for the purchase of items of clothing required for scheduled labs and outdoor work.
ACCREDITATION
This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning (CEWIL) Canada, ensuring adherence to national standards of excellence in co-operative education. CEWIL accreditation signifies a commitment to providing students with high-quality work-integrated learning experiences, enhancing their employability and professional readiness. Through this accreditation, students benefit from structured, meaningful work placements that integrate academic learning with practical application, fostering the development of essential skills and industry connections.

Admission Requirements


Eligibility for admission to the Agriculture Technician Diploma program requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:

1. High School
Provincial High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% average in eight level 3000 credits or equivalent.
2. College Transition (prior to 2024, students would have completed Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition)
College Transition Certificate.
3. Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business-Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile) with an average pass mark of 60%
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one (1) year to be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into our regular programs; for more information regarding the College’s English language proficiency requirements please refer to AC-102-PR, Admission Procedures, Section 5.2 English Proficiency.

Courses


CODE TITLE Hrs/wk
Semester 1   Cr Le La
AG1100
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Sustainable Agriculture & the Food System 2 2 0
AG1350
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Farm Facilities 3 2 2
GE1310
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Soil Fundamentals 3 2 3
AG1400
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General Agronomy 4 3 2
MC1040
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Computer Applications 2 2 0
AG1120
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Agriculture Safety/Field Exposure 4 2 5
         
Semester 2   Cr Le La
AG1510
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Animal Care 3 2 2
AG1600
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Vegetable and Fruit Production 3 2 3
AG1620
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Field Crops 3 2 3
CM1460
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Writing for the Workplace 2 2 0
AG1430
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Precision Farming 2 1 3
AG1560
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Dairy Production 3 2 3
         
Semester 3 (Intersession) Cr Le La
AG1640
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Tillage and Planting 3 2 3
AG1300
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Farm Equipment Operation 3 2 4
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Additional fees and expenses will be required for participation in the field camp included in AG1300
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Prior to beginning WC1850
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students in the Agriculture Technician Co-op complete AG1640
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and are required to obtain the Pesticide Applicator License.
WC1850
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Co-op Work Term 5 0 0
         
Semester 4   Cr Le La
AG1720
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Weed Management 3 2 2
AG1740
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Crop Insects and Diseases 3 2 2
AG1500
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Livestock Genetics 3 2 2
AC2040
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Bookkeeping for Agriculture 4 3 2
AG1520
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Ruminant Production: Beef, Sheep & Goats 3 2 3
AG1305
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Greenhouse Production 3 2 3
         
Semester 5   Cr Le La
AG1240
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Agriculture Sales & Marketing 3 2 2
AG1540
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Non-Ruminant Production: Swine, Honeybee Production 3 2 3
AG1550
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Poultry and Egg Production 3 2 2
AG1800
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Food Safety and Food Processing 3 2 2
AG1700
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Nutrient Management 4 3 2
AG1570
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Livestock Nutrition 3 2 3
         
Semester 6 (Intersession) Cr Le La
AG1200
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The Business of Agriculture 4 3 3
AG1530
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Livestock Diseases 3 2 3
AG1760
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Forage and Pasture Management 3 2 3

The course and lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester. In intersession, the course and lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length.

Careers & Pathways


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The province’s agriculture industry is a significant contributor to the economy of rural Newfoundland and Labrador. Agriculture Technicians can work with Provincial and Federal Governments, existing agriculture operations or develop their own farming enterprise. 


Tuition & Fees


Canadian Students

The confirmation fee is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance. It is required in order to hold your seat in the program.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $30.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Application fees must be paid for each application to the College.
    Application fees are only refundable if the program does not go ahead, and the applicant does not want to transfer the application to another program.
  • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
    Student must pay a non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Natural Resources & Industrial Trades (per semester) - $1,301.00

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Natural Resources & Industrial Trades (per semester) - $625.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $320.00

Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).

 

International Students

A fee, which is applied toward program tuition and compulsory fees and includes a deposit fee, is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $100.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Applicants must pay a non-refundable fee for each application to the College.
  • The following fees are due within two (2) weeks of date of Letter of of acceptance to each program at the college:
    • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
      Student must pay this non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
    • First Semester Tuition- which includes the $1500 Deposit Fee
      Deposit fee - $1500 non-refundable, non-transferable fee.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Natural Resources & Industrial Trades (per semester) - $4,685.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per semester) - $5,311.00
  • Commercial Driver (per semester) - $5,311.00
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00


Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Natural Resources & Industrial Trades (per semester) - $2,344.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $1,046.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00

Estimated Program Costs

The document below is meant to highlight estimated program costs for the intake of 2024-2025. The estimates apply only to International Student. All costs shown are subject to change without notice.

Estimated Program Costs for International Students (2024-2025) 


Making Payments

Application fee:
If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card when completing and submitting your application to College of the North Atlantic.

For all other tuition payments:
College of the North Atlantic has partnered with PayMyTuition for international tuition payments. All tuition payments, unless otherwise noted, can be paid via PayMyTuition. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition payments from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple, and cost effective.
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Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).



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