The following Units comprise the Ruskin Mill Biodynamic Training programme.
Although the programme integrates therapeutic education and human development into a biodynamic training, the units and associated content are heavily weighted towards Biodynamic Agriculture. Additionally, Steiner’s Agricultural Lectures are woven throughout the programme.
UNIT NO |
UNIT NAME |
Guided Learning Hours |
Total Qualification Time (hours) |
Credit Value |
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GROUP 1 ACCREDITED UNITS (MANDATORY) |
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1 |
Prepare and present a Genius Loci audit of a holding |
18 |
30 |
3 |
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2 |
Apply the principals of Biodynamic soil science |
18 |
30 |
3 |
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3 |
Understanding plants from a biodynamic perspective |
18 |
30 |
3 |
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4 |
Understanding animals from a biodynamic perspective |
18 |
30 |
3 |
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5 |
Care and Husbandry of Farm Animals from a Biodynamic Perspective |
18 |
40 |
4 |
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6 |
Use Tools, Equipment and Machinery on a biodynamic farm |
48 |
80 |
8 |
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7 |
The Farm Organism, Biodiversity and Environmental Accountability |
54 |
90 |
9 |
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8 |
Monitor and Record Weather on a Biodynamic Holding |
12 |
20 |
2 |
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9 |
Produce and apply Biodynamic preparations |
30 |
47 |
4 |
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10 |
The impact of rhythms and forces on a biodynamic farm |
18 |
30 |
3 |
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11 |
The Therapeutic and Developmental Benefits of Practical Skills on a Biodynamic Holding |
70 |
100 |
10 |
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12 |
Food and Nutrition from a Biodynamic Perspective |
18 |
30 |
3 |
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13 |
Holistic Support and Care |
18 |
30 |
3 |
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14 |
Research project arising out of daily practice |
24 |
40 |
4 |
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GROUP 2 ACCREDITED UNITS (OPTIONAL – CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING) |
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15 |
Leadership and management of an Animal husbandry Animal Husbandry in Biodynamic Practice |
25 |
50 |
5 |
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16 |
Leadership and management of Horticultural Production in Biodynamic Practice |
25 |
50 |
5 |
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GROUP 3 CUSTOM UNITS (NOT REGULATED BY OFQUAL) |
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Unit C1 |
Human Development |
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NA |
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Unit C2 |
Spiritual Science |
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NA |
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Unit C4 |
Water |
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NA |
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Unit C5 |
Biodynamic weed and pest control |
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NA |