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International Diploma Dairy Husbandry & Milk Processing
Introduction
Demand for milk and milk products is increasing rapidly, especially in developing countries. As a result, many (developing) countries are stimulating their dairy sector. However, dairy development is a complex issue. It requires technical skills and an efficient supply of inputs such as training and extension, concentrates, breeding bulls, A.I., etc.
It also requires a well-organised milk collection, processing and marketing system. Managerial skills are urgently required at all levels throughout the dairying chain.
For whom it is intended
A mid-career course for persons who contribute through teaching, training, extension and/or management activities directly or indirectly to the development of the dairy sector.
Your final destination
At the end of the course the participants are equipped with new attitudes, knowledge and skills in the field of dairying and milk processing. They are able to enhance their work performance.
Content of training/course
The 26-weeks-course consists of two sections, a general section and a specialisation section.
All participants attend the general part that provides broad basic knowledge of (rural) dairy development, the milk chain (production-collection-processing-marketing), animal husbandry, dairy farm management, training and extension and small scale milk processing. The specialisation section is meant to provide the participants with up-to-date knowledge and skills in a specific field.
Participants have to choose one out of the next three specialisations:
- Training and extension: for persons working in smallholder dairy development projects, dairy producers’ organisations and for lecturers and trainers at vocational training centres and/or agricultural colleges. Technical and socio-economic aspects of smallholder mixed farming, service supply, producers’ organisations, rapid rural appraisal techniques are core issues.
- Dairy farm management: for managers of (large) milk production units, research or breeding farms. A wide range of technical subjects is completed with management tools such as applied farm economics, technical and financial analysis of
farm performance and planning.
- Small-scale milk processing: for persons who are, or will be, working in the field of small-scale processing. Detailed study of the complete chain (procurement-processing-marketing) in small to medium scale private enterprises and dairy co-operatives, with a strong emphasis on its practical implications and on quality management.
Each specialisation matches the training needs of the individual participant as much as possible. Applicants must clearly indicate their preferred field of specialisation. All participants conclude with the same programme: an optional programme, presentation of their pilot project to fellow participants and staff, course evaluation and closing ceremony. On successful completion of the course, the participants will be awarded a diploma.
Duration of study, minimum number of participants and prices
The total course fees for the Course International Diploma Dairy Husbandry and Milk Processing are € 10,725.-
Fees exclude international travel expenses and out of pocket expenses.
Accomodation is available at PTC+. Our on-site hostel offers single rooms with kitchen facilities and a meal allowance of € 11.50/day. Total costs for accomodation € 6,545.-
A limited number of fellowships is available for the Course International Diploma Dairy Husbandry and Milk Processing; see www.nuffic.nl for more information.
Date, location and route description
The training location for the course is mainly in Oenkerk, the Netherlands.
The next courses wil be held from:
24 January – 22 July 2011
23 January – 20 July 2012
Download route description:
Oenkerk
Would you like to learn more about this training/course?
Are you interested? Or would you like to have further information. Write to:
PTC+ International Office
P.O. Box 64
3770 AB BARNEVELD
the Netherlands
T +31 (0)342 406950
F +31 (0)342 406969
E internationaloffice@ptcplus.com
For this training programme, a full fellowship can be applied for from the Netherlands Fellowship Programmes for professionals from 57 countries (see www.nuffic.nl for details). The number of fellowships is limited.
The training programme takes six months. It covers all relevant aspects and at the end the participants can apply the gained knowledge and skills immediately.