This Certificate in Applied Sciences gives you an excellent foundation in applied science with many options to select specialisation (plant, animal, environmental, health) and very relevant subjects in Science today. It is an excellent tool for people wishing to work or working in science related jobs without formal qualifications, to improve employability and forward your career up the ladder.
Lesson Structure
The Certificate qualification consists of 6 modules that can be chosen from the list below:
List of Modules
At least three modules should be taken from Group 1, two from Group 2 options, and the remainder from either Group.
Statistics
Biochemistry I
Biochemistry II
Biochemistry III
Botany I
Botany II
Cell Biology
Biopsychology I
Biopsychology II
Psychopharmacology
Neuropsychology
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Human Anatomy II
Human Physiology II
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Animal Husbandry III (Animal Feed and Nutrition)
Animal Husbandry II (Health)
Animal Breeding
Plant Breeding
Human Nutrition I
Human Nutrition II
Human Nutrition III
Sports Nutrition
Childrens Nutrition
Soil Management
Earth Science
Plant Ecology
Environmental Assessment (Environmental Practice)
Environmental Waste Management
Machinery and Equipment
Engineering Applications
Horticulture I
Horticulture II
Horticulture III
Plant Pathology
Ornithology
Marine Studies I
Marine Studies II
Vertebrate Zoology
Wildlife Management
Animal Behaviour
Alternative Energy
Healthy Buildings I
Healthy Buildings II
Writing a Web site (HTML)
ASP.Net
Flash MX
Visual Basic.net
Computer Servicing I
Computer Servicing II
Computer Servicing III
Digital Photography
Photographic Technology
Research Project I
Research Project II
Group 2
Course duration: 600 hr
Aims
What you learn through Courses Direct Applied Science Studies
A Courses Direct Certificate or Diploma in Applied Science is designed to provide foundation knowledge beyond secondary education, but with a greater relevance to the practical workplace than academic type university studies. Our qualifications can also be used to bridge the gap between a specific qualification and the needs of a certain position. For example, whilst an irrigation equipment salesperson might be qualified in sales, they might choose to study a Certificate in Applied Science with a major in horticulture to give them that “foundation knowledge” that will allow them to answer those difficult questions from clients. A qualified nurse might take a Certificate in Applied Science with a major in nutrition to increase their ability to advise patients on dietary changes as part of an overall treatment program.
Employment Opportunities
Getting a job in today’s world is determined not only by the sort of qualification you have, but also your personality, presentation, attitude, experience, interests, and ability to adapt to new challenges.
With a qualification in Applied Science, you are better prepared to enter a science oriented workplace, learn faster on the job, and become a more useful employee within a shorter period of time.
There are in fact fewer jobs today (per capita) that require a degree than there were in the past. Despite this, today more than in the past, employers do tend to seek certain specific knowledge and skills in employees.
How do Employers Think?
A qualification that has required hard work to attain will be an indication to an employer that you have a certain level of drive and commitment.
An understanding of the industry and discipline which the job encompasses will indicate that you are more likely to learn faster and become useful to the employer sooner. We design our courses with these things in mind.
Where Might a Certificate or Diploma Lead?
Certificates are generally going to lead you to being an “assistant” of some kind. Whilst it varies, assistants in the field of science might become employed as laboratory assistants and technical assistants.
Diplomas generally offer the possibility of a position of greater responsibility (although some diploma graduates might never move beyond an assistant position). People with Diplomas might become Technical Officers, Technical Advisors, Freelance Consultants (in some fields), and Technical Sales Managers.
If you complete a Diploma first, you may then apply to continue studies toward aq diploma, and credit will be awarded for modules already passed in your certificate.
