Master craftsman training

The authorities responsible for master craftsman training are the Agricultural and Forestry Apprenticeship and Vocational Training Offices at the respective Provincial Chambers of Agriculture.

Completion, Authorisations and Opportunities

Master craftsman training concludes with the master craftsman examination, which provides the following authorisations, financial benefits and recognition:

• Authorisation to train apprentices in agriculture and in the commercial sector

• Exemption from the commercial business administration examination

• Admission to the vocational matriculation examination

• Exemption from the subject-specific section of the vocational matriculation examination

• Eligibility for various agricultural subsidies and/or higher funding rates

Admission Requirements for the Master Craftsman Examination

Applicants must provide evidence of practical work experience, successfully complete a preparatory course and be at least 21 years old.

Under certain conditions, the provincial governments may grant an exemption from the admission requirements if one of the above conditions is not met.

In some federal provinces, applicants who already manage an agricultural or forestry business benefit from simplified admission requirements.

Graduates of higher agricultural and forestry colleges may also take the master craftsman examination after two years of practical experience.

Components of the Master Craftsman Examination

• Specialist subject component

• Farm and business management

• Vocational training and staff management

• Written assignment or project work

Specialisations

Master craftsman training is available in all 15 regular agricultural and forestry apprenticeship occupations.