GREEN CERT
Green Cert and ATV Training Courses
Farm Ed, established in 2019, is a private Further Education & Training (FET) provider committed to delivering QQI-validated quality-assured programmes tailored for the agricultural sector. Our next Green Cert programme starts in September 2025.
About Us
QQI Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture and Level 6 in Farming
Farm Ed programmes leading to the QQI Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture and Level 6 in Farming are delivered by professionally qualified tutors supported by state-of-the art farm facilities and resources.
Classes are held online on Wednesday evenings & Saturday mornings. Some Saturdays are scheduled for on-farm classroom and practical sessions, in which case there are no online sessions.
A 9 month Blended Learning Programme
Online classroom and on-farm skills demonstration, development & assessment sessions
Fulfils the criteria for Dept of Revenue & DAFM grants & subsidies for successful learners
Online delivery on Wednesdays & online or in-person attendance on Saturdays
Our Mission
To Deliver QQI-Validated, Quality-assured Education and Training Programmes
Programmes at Farm Ed are delivered by professionally qualified tutors who have many years of practice in their chosen area of expertise. Skills demonstration development and assessment activity is supported by state-of-the-art on-farm facilities and resources.
Flexible Learning
A blend of online, in-class, and on-farm learning experiences
Accessible
Benefit from hands-on skills demonstrations and assessments
Embody best practice
Professionally Qualified Tutors
Quality Assured
QQI approved Green Cert Programme
Frequently Asked Questions
The course duration is 9 months, during which both the Agriculture Level 5 and the Farming Level 6 programmes are offered. Learners must achieve the Agriculture Award before progressing to the Farming programme. There are three separate intakes each year – January, April and September.
Online classes are delivered via MS teams on a Wednesday evening (6.30pm – 9.30pm) & Saturday morning (9.30am – 1.00pm)
There is a mix of written/practical examinations, assignments and projects to be completed. Guidance on how to complete projects and assignments is provided during online sessions. In addition, optional tutorials are available to support all assessments.
As this is a blended learning programme full attendance is expected and records of attendance are taken at each class.
Certificates are issued to successful candidates on programme completion.
The programme costs €4,985. A €500 deposit is payable on application. This is deducted from the overall programme cost, if accepted on the programme. Applicants who don't achieve a place on the programme will be refunded the deposit. Payments can be made online, by cheque or bank transfer.
There are a number of benefits to completing the Green Cert with Farm Ed. First and foremost, this is a high-quality programme led by agricultural professionals with a vast amount of experience and expertise to share. There are also a large number of incentives available to certified farmers from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. These include: - Young Farmers Scheme; - National Reserve Scheme; - Young Farmer Capital Investment Scheme under the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Schemes (TAMS); - Registered Farm Partnerships/ Collaborative Farming Grant Scheme Aside from the benefits set out above, there are also certain taxation benefits, depending on your circumstances: - Stamp Duty Exemption on Transfers of Land to Young Trained Farmers; - Capital Acquisitions Tax Relief; - Stock Relief on Income Tax for Certain Young Trained Farmers The Green Cert is hugely beneficial for any farmer, from both an educational and operational perspective.
9 month Green Cert Programme
We understand the importance of balancing education with other commitments. Our Green Cert programme is a blend of online, in-class and on farm-learning experiences. You will be online on Wednesday evenings & Saturday mornings with a commitment of 10 in-person days also. Our next Green Cert Programme starts in September 2025.
Doing the green cert with Farm Ed has been very beneficial for me. I have learnt quite a bit that I can bring to my home farm. I am dyslexic and was stressed out about completing exams. However, there was a reader/scribe provided for me. This was a great help and took the stress and worry off over the exams. The farm days were a great experience and the tutors were more than willing to explain or answer questions during the classes.
James - Course Participant
Testimonials
Positive
Great and efficient learning programme that offers support and guidance throughout the course. Would highly recommend for anyone wanting to speed the process of the green cert up but still have the quality of knowledge and learning available.
Kellie
Excellent
FarmEd has been a fantastic experience. The tutors are excellent — knowledgeable, supportive, and always quick to respond. I really appreciated how the course was designed to suit people who are working, with flexible learning and nationwide exam centres. I learned so much and felt supported every step of the way.
Marie, Co. Clare
Great Experience
Doing my Green Cert with Farm Ed was a great experience. The course was really practical and easy to follow, and the tutors were super helpful and down to earth. I learned a lot and feel way more confident about running a farm now.