Structure Overview
Each Trainer Guide module is designed to provide clear instructions for delivering the Agarwood Farming curriculum across NC I, II, and III levels, ensuring mastery of competencies, safety compliance, and effective supervision.
NC I – Entry Level Trainer Modules
Module 1: Assist in Agarwood Nursery Operations
- Learning Objectives: Train learners to care for seedlings, perform watering, shading, sanitation.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate sowing, irrigation, and sanitation procedures; supervise practice.
- Duration: 20 hrs classroom + 20 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation checklists, quizzes, practical demonstration
Module 2: Assist in Plantation Establishment
- Learning Objectives: Train learners to assist in land preparation, layout, planting, mulching.
- Trainer Instructions: Step-by-step demonstration, supervise group planting activities.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 32 hrs field
- Assessment: Practical demonstration, logbook review
Module 3: Basic Farm Maintenance
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in weeding, pruning, pest/disease identification, sanitation.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate techniques, guide safe tool handling.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 32 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation, practical exercises
Module 4: Assist in Harvesting and Handling
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in safe cutting, collection, sorting, drying.
- Trainer Instructions: Supervise harvesting, ensure adherence to safety and environmental rules.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 40 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation, checklist, portfolio
Module 5: Environmental Compliance and Farm Ethics
- Learning Objectives: Train learners to observe legal, ethical, and environmental standards.
- Trainer Instructions: Facilitate discussion, case studies, monitoring of trainee practices.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 8 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation, discussion participation, written quiz
NC II – Skilled Level Trainer Modules
Module 1: Establish and Maintain Plantation
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in planting, irrigation, soil fertility, maintenance.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate techniques, monitor practice, supervise field exercises.
- Duration: 20 hrs classroom + 60 hrs field
- Assessment: Practical demonstration, portfolio review
Module 2: Resin Induction / Inoculation
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in inoculation procedures, tree monitoring, record-keeping.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate inoculation, supervise hands-on practice, ensure safety compliance.
- Duration: 20 hrs classroom + 60 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation checklist, logbook verification, quiz
Module 3: Harvesting Operations
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in safe and efficient harvesting, collection, temporary storage.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate, supervise group harvesting, emphasize minimal tree damage.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 48 hrs field
- Assessment: Practical demonstration, portfolio review
Module 4: Post-Harvest Handling and Storage
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in cleaning, drying, grading, safe storage.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate procedures, supervise practice, review records.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 48 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation, practical test, portfolio review
Module 5: Quality Control and Ethical Trade Compliance
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in grading, documentation, compliance.
- Trainer Instructions: Conduct case studies, supervise practice, ensure understanding of CITES/ethical sourcing.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 32 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation, documentation review, quiz
NC III – Supervisory Level Trainer Modules
Module 1: Supervise Plantation Operations
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in planning, assigning tasks, monitoring team performance.
- Trainer Instructions: Facilitate workplace simulation, guide supervisory practice.
- Duration: 20 hrs classroom + 60 hrs field + 20 hrs simulation
- Assessment: Observation, practical demonstration, logbook review
Module 2: Quality Assurance of Resin and Harvested Trees
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in QA protocols, inspection, corrective measures.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate QA procedures, supervise trainee application, discuss compliance.
- Duration: 20 hrs classroom + 60 hrs field + 20 hrs simulation
- Assessment: Observation, QA reports, documentation verification
Module 3: Advanced Post-Harvest Handling, Storage, and Grading
- Learning Objectives: Train learners in advanced drying, grading, and traceability.
- Trainer Instructions: Demonstrate advanced procedures, supervise group exercises.
- Duration: 20 hrs classroom + 60 hrs field
- Assessment: Practical test, observation, portfolio review
Module 4: Compliance Management and Ethical Sourcing
- Learning Objectives: Train learners to enforce regulatory and ethical compliance.
- Trainer Instructions: Conduct workshops, monitor compliance exercises.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 32 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation, compliance reports, discussion participation
Module 5: Team Training and Mentorship
- Learning Objectives: Train learners to coach, mentor, and assess NC I–II workers.
- Trainer Instructions: Conduct mentoring sessions, supervise training exercises.
- Duration: 16 hrs classroom + 32 hrs field
- Assessment: Observation, trainee feedback, mentorship logs
Notes:
- Modules ladderized: NC I foundational → NC II skilled → NC III supervisory.
- Each module integrates classroom, field, and simulation learning.
- Trainer Guides provide step-by-step instructions, safety guidelines, and assessment alignment with TESDA competency standards.