“RUCID is along term training institution in organic agriculture for rural youth, development agents and grassroots farmers groups. This training is conducted using different methodologies according to the needs of the trainees.”
COURSE DURATION:
The courses last 18 months for certificate level and 24 months for Diploma level.
INTAKE:
In-take is always during February and September of every year.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
A minimum of 4 credits in Ordinary Level Certificate or its equivalent for certificate courses.
At least a one principal pass in Advanced level certificate or its equivalent for diploma courses
For one to under go this course, she/he must be willing to do their studies in Uganda and Kenya
Students MUST pay their full course fees and travel/boarder expenses. Both The Certificate and Diploma Courses are fully residential.
ADMISSION FEE:
A none re-fundable application fee of Sh 20,000/= to be paid by the applicant.
Rural Community In Development RUCID Online Application
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
At the end of the course, there are possible placements which may include:
Employment as Farm Managers
Organic Food processors Trainers
Rural Development Agents(extension workers)
Organic Production Inspectors
Organic Farmers and Traders
FURTHER EDUCATION:
There are opportunities for further education and training in Sustainable Organic Agriculture.
Several Universities in East Africa and Uganda in particular are now starting Undergraduate Programs in Sustainable
Organic Agriculture.