KES 15,000
CAPF
Certificate
Capsicum Farming
Capsicum Farming (CAPF) is a 1-month certificate course in Agribusiness, studied online or on campus in Nairobi, examined by Finstock Evarsity College. The full fee is KES 15,000. Finstock Evarsity College is a TVETA-accredited college in Nairobi, Kenya. The fee can be paid in a lump sum or in 3 instalments of KES 5,000.
4.0 (1 review) out of 5. Read the reviews.
9 learners enrolled
Overview
Certificate in Capsicum Farming
Course Overview
A certificate in Capsicum Farming is offered at Finstock Evarsity College. It is a 1-month online program examined by Finstock Evarsity College. A certificate is issued upon completion of the course.
This course provides basic information on the production, post-harvest handling and marketing of Capsicum. Capsicum is grown throughout the world and it can be grown in a greenhouse, polyhouse, or an open field. It is a good source of vitamins A and C and is used as vegetable stew or salads. The capsicum is rarely attacked by diseases and does well in warm areas. Enroll at Finstock Evarsity College and get to learn more about this interesting plant.
What is the minimum grade required to do a Certificate in Capsicum Farming?
To enroll and study for a Certificate in Capsicum Farming, You require a Basic Computer Literacy at Finstock Evarsity College.
Mode of Delivery
Home and/or office-based media employing a variety of self-instructional electronic and online self-study materials, such as; written self-instructional study modules, online interactive devices, and self-tests, cloud-based content, videos of lectures Mediated technical learning materials e.g., audiovisual and e-learning materials
Program Goals
Upon successful completion of the Capsicum Farming Certificate, students will be able to:
- Identify the major marketing channels of capsicum.
- Discuss the factors affecting the growth and yield of capsicums.
- Increase knowledge in growing bell peppers as well as the selection, storage and preparations.
- Demonstrate the use of bell peppers and the skills needed to prepare a recipe.
Career opportunities
- Farm manager.
- Conservation planner.
- Agricultural salesperson.
- Plant geneticist.
- Rural practice surveyor
Reasons you should study this course
- You are dreaming of becoming a capsicum farmer and want to learn as much as you can before taking the leap.
- You are a soon-to-be capsicum farmer who wants to get things done right the first time.
- You are an existing farmer who wants to improve your capsicum farm and make more profits.
- It is a low-cost, high-yielding investment.
- Capsicum farming is a short-season crop. Capsicums take only three months to reach maturity, making it possible for farmers to plant the crop two times in a single year.
- High demand in capsicum. Farmers who invest in capsicum farming are sure of a ready market for their produce since capsicum's popularity has been on the rise and is now widely used in homes and restaurants.
What we offer
Now that you have a better idea of where a Capsicum Farming Certificate can take you, it is time to start your success journey. These careers only represent the baseline of the kind of work you can do.
Several skills are required to efficiently manage a capsicum farm. These skills are included in the formal learning and teaching process and demonstrated to the farmers. Efficient farm management practices also depend on the goals of the farmers. If you are considering learning capsicum farming, it may seem like a daunting task but Finstock Evarsity College is ready to make your career journey easy and interesting.
Tags
Certificate in Capsicum Farming Course, best online courses in Kenya, accredited online courses, online course with downloadable certificates, freemium courses, short courses, professional development courses, Diploma and Certificate Courses, Marketable online courses, affordable online courses, short online courses with a certificate in Kenya, free short online courses with a certificate in Kenya, online certificate courses in Kenya.
Quick answers
How much does Capsicum Farming cost?
The full fee for Capsicum Farming at Finstock Evarsity College is KES 15,000, made up of registration (KES 1,000) and tuition (KES 14,000).
Can I pay for Capsicum Farming in instalments?
Yes. You can pay the KES 15,000 fee for Capsicum Farming in a lump sum or in 3 instalments of KES 5,000.
How long does Capsicum Farming take?
Capsicum Farming takes 1 month.
Can I study Capsicum Farming online?
Yes. You can study Capsicum Farming online from anywhere, or on campus at Finstock Evarsity College in Nairobi.
What qualification do I get from Capsicum Farming?
Capsicum Farming is a certificate course examined and awarded by Finstock Evarsity College: learners who complete it receive a Finstock Evarsity College certificate.
When can I start Capsicum Farming?
The main intakes are in January, April and September, but there is no fixed deadline: you can start as soon as you have enrolled.
Course details last updated .
What you will study
Capsicum Farming
- CAF Capsicum Farming
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration | KES 1,000 |
| Tuition | KES 14,000 |
| Total | KES 15,000 |
Paying in instalments
All fees are payable in a lump sum or in instalments. The course runs over one trimester, and each trimester's fee can be paid in 3 instalments.
| Trimester | Total per trimester |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | KES 15,000 ($ 150) |
| Total | KES 15,000 ($ 150) |
The trimester fee of KES 15,000 ($ 150) is payable in 3 instalments of KES 5,000 ($ 50).
Requirements
Entry requirements
No grade required
Practical requirements
The cost of practicals, internships or industrial requirements is KES 30,000 ($ 300) and only applies to courses that require practicals.
Good to know
- All Fees are payable in installements, for details check FAQs.
- Digital (downloadable) certificates are available. Printing and shipping of hardcopy certificate can be done at a cost of KES 2,000 ($ 20).
Instructors
- JAMES MBURU KIMANI
Frequently asked questions
The Capsicum Farming is a practical one-month certificate course offered by Finstock Evarsity College. It develops focused knowledge and applied skills in capsicum varieties, nursery management, greenhouse and open-field production.
The Capsicum Farming suits students, working professionals, entrepreneurs and anyone seeking practical skills in this field. It is suitable for beginners and also useful for learners strengthening existing experience.
The entry requirement for the Capsicum Farming is KCSE mean grade D- or an equivalent qualification.
You will learn capsicum varieties, nursery management, greenhouse and open-field production, irrigation, crop nutrition, pest control, harvesting and marketing. The course emphasizes skills that can be applied in practical assignments, employment or enterprise.
Relevant opportunities include capsicum farmer, greenhouse assistant, horticulture supervisor, produce marketer and agribusiness entrepreneur. Eligibility for specific jobs will also depend on your wider qualifications and experience.
Yes. The Capsicum Farming can support progression to a higher or related qualification in horticulture, greenhouse farming, crop protection or agribusiness, subject to the chosen programme’s admission requirements.
Choose the Capsicum Farming for flexible online learning, practical course content, tutor support, a three-part fee payment option and a digital certificate after successful completion.
Reviews
-
NYAPUOCH JOSEPH KEAT
Sudan ·Rated 4 out of 5
The course was very brief and educative. The mode of delivery is also flexible to meet the learners demand.
Related courses
KES 15,000
KES 15,000
KES 15,000
KES 15,000
Ready to start Capsicum Farming?
Enrol online in a few minutes, or talk to an advisor about fees, intakes and payment plans.
