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Proficiency testing in agriculture

M Hinton, P C Sheppy

    The Veterinary Record
    |February 26, 1977
    PubMed
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    Proficiency testing for agricultural workers in England and Wales was organized by the National Proficiency Tests Council. Passing tests led to craftsman certificates and wage premiums for agricultural workers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Agricultural Science
    • Vocational Training
    • Labor Economics

    Background:

    • Proficiency testing in agriculture was established to standardize skills and provide incentives.
    • The National Proficiency Tests Council (NPTC) was founded in 1971 as an independent examining body.
    • A wages premium was linked to passing proficiency tests under the Agricultural Wages Board's Wages Structure Scheme.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the development and organization of agricultural proficiency testing in England and Wales.
    • To outline the development and format of new category-based tests for livestock production.
    • To detail the administrative role of the NPTC in the national proficiency testing scheme.

    Main Methods:

    • Descriptive analysis of the historical development of the proficiency testing scheme.

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  • Explanation of the administrative structure and responsibilities of the NPTC.
  • Overview of the introduction and format of new livestock production proficiency tests.

    • Main Results:

    • The NPTC successfully administered a national proficiency testing scheme.
    • Passing proficiency tests enabled agricultural workers to obtain craftsman certificates.
    • New category-based tests for livestock production were introduced in January 1976.

    Conclusions:

    • The proficiency testing scheme provided a recognized standard for agricultural workers.
    • The scheme facilitated access to wage premiums, incentivizing skill development.
    • The introduction of specialized tests like those for livestock production enhanced the scheme's relevance.