How long does this certification take?

The programme is 10 Weeks and can be completed at your own pace through our self-paced online option, or alongside live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are internationally recognised and carry CPD credits, making them valuable for career advancement worldwide.

What level is this certification?

This is a Advanced Level certification, suitable for professionals with relevant experience or background in the field.

You can enrol by emailing info@certifications.ac, contacting us via WhatsApp at +254 722 223 084, or filling the enrolment form below.

Certified Agricultural Communications Professional in Namibia

Executive Summary

Certified Agricultural Communications Professional

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Agricultural Communications Professional (CACP) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CACP holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Agricultural Communications Professional

Acronym

CACP

Who Should Enrol?

Agronomists and Farm Managers
Agricultural Extension and Advisory Officers
Agribusiness and Value-Chain Professionals
Cooperative and Rural Development Practitioners

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex crop and livestock production functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement crop and livestock production systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to crop and livestock production

Global Employability

Qualify for crop and livestock production roles across agribusinesses, cooperatives, NGOs, research institutions and government agencies worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Crop and Soil Science, Agronomy and Land Management

✦Livestock, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Fundamentals

✦Farm Business Management, Value Chains and Markets

✦Sustainable, Climate-Smart and Regenerative Agriculture

✦Agricultural Extension, Advisory Services and Rural Development

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Professional Context of Certified Agricultural Communications Professional

Certified Agricultural Communications Professional: industry context, trends and professional standards · The agricultural sector: systems, actors and global food value chains · Professional roles, ethics and standards for agricultural practitioners · Agroecological zones, farming systems and enterprise selection

2

Protecting and Watering the Crop

Cold chain and perishable produce logistics · Water management and irrigation practice · Climate-smart agriculture and seasonal risk · Housing, welfare and environmental management

3

Livestock in the System

Livestock husbandry and productivity · Feed, fodder and livestock nutrition · Animal health, disease and biosecurity · Scaling and growth strategies

4

Harvest and Post-Harvest

Harvest timing, maturity and yield assessment · Post-harvest loss and handling · Storage, drying and stock management · Cooperatives, farmer organisations and collective bargaining

5

Markets, Margins and Records

Market access, buyers and contract farming · Farm profitability, costing and gross margins · Agri-enterprise planning and farm records · Soil testing, interpretation and fertility mapping

6

Finance, Inputs and Organisation

Agricultural finance and credit for farmers · Input supply, agro-dealers and last-mile distribution · Farmer organisation, aggregation and cooperatives · Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency

7

Soil, Nutrition and Establishment

Soil health and fertility management · Crop nutrition and fertiliser use efficiency · Seed selection, varieties and seed systems · Good Agricultural and Handling Practices along the chain

8

Projects and Delivery

Monitoring profitability and performance · Leading procurement projects and change · Value and savings programmes · Negotiation strategy and planning

9

Data, Records and Research

Traceability, blockchain and digital records · Farm management information systems and data platforms · Designing an evidence-based intervention or farm plan · Portfolio of evidence and reflective practice

10

Technology in Agriculture

Digital marketplaces and e-commerce · Precision agriculture principles and site-specific management · Marketing technology stack · CRM and marketing automation platforms

11

Leadership and Management

Insurance and price-risk management · Value addition and processing decisions · Integrated pest management (IPM) principles and practice · Weed ecology and integrated weed management

12

Supply and Logistics

Regulation of transport: authorities, conventions and licensing · Service quality and the passenger experience in transport · Water supply systems: sources, treatment and distribution · Construction contracts and procurement: from tender to FIDIC

13

Operations and Quality

Harvest timing, methods and quality optimisation · Seed selection, quality, treatment and certification · Operational efficiency and productivity · Coaching and quality monitoring

14

Communication and Advisory

Advisory service design and delivery · Communication and interpersonal skills · Influencing and presenting insights · Professional and persuasive communication

15

Policy, Land and Legal

Traceability, certification and export requirements · Environmental legal compliance · Legal, cost and feasibility analysis · Contractor and visitor safety

16

Health and Nutrition

Wellbeing and holistic health strategy · Confidentiality and health data · Construction health and safety: managing the industry's hazards · Health records, data and confidentiality

17

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder mapping and collaboration · Managing difficult stakeholders · Stakeholder mapping in banking · Wealth, SME and corporate relationships

18

Labour and Workforce

Hospitality cost control: food, beverage and labour · Workforce management and scheduling · Workforce planning and scheduling · Employee experience and engagement

19

Ethics and Responsibility

Fair trade and responsible supply · Ethics and professional conduct in security · Corporate responsibility and community · Ethics and treating customers fairly in insurance

20

Enterprise and Innovation

Emerging agri-tech and innovation adoption · Behaviour change and adoption of innovations · Innovation in service delivery · Innovation and fintech collaboration

21

Strategy and Development

Digital marketing strategy · Data-driven growth · Key account management strategy · Competitive and market intelligence

22

Learning and Adoption

Monitoring, evaluation and learning for accountability · Change and adoption in projects · Lessons learned and knowledge management · Adult learning and farmer field schools

23

Inclusion and Equity

Team diversity and inclusion · Brand strategy, identity and equity · Youth and start-ups in agriculture · Handling vulnerable customers

24

Agricultural Practice

Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices · Grading, standards and food safety compliance · Change management in farming systems · Professional ethics and codes of conduct in agriculture

25

Markets and Value Chains

Know Your Customer and enhanced due diligence · Data, analytics and customer insight · Customer segmentation and needs analysis · Customer journey and experience design

26

Agricultural Finance

Access to finance and de-risking · Access to finance, grants and investment · Financial and technical feasibility analysis · Prioritising experience investments

27

Environment and Climate

Climate risk, forecasting and resilient practices · Sustainable and green banking · Control environment and risk assessment · Sustainability, ESG and integrated value

28

Standards, Risk and Compliance

Managing risk and difficult cases · Risk assessment and safety planning · Emotion regulation · Project management standards (PMI, PRINCE2)

29

Communities and Capability

Customer and community engagement · Microfinance and group lending · Training needs analysis · Community and tenant engagement

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Pharmaceutical storage, cold chain and expiry management · Management accounts and dashboards · Duty of care and risk management · Practice management systems

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Protecting and Watering the Crop — applied to your own work
Livestock in the System — applied to your own work
Harvest and Post-Harvest — applied to your own work
Markets, Margins and Records — applied to your own work
Finance, Inputs and Organisation — applied to your own work
Soil, Nutrition and Establishment — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CACP certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CACP?

This certification is ideal for Agronomists and Farm Managers, Agricultural Extension and Advisory Officers, Agribusiness and Value-Chain Professionals and Cooperative and Rural Development Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CACP certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CACP internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with FAO Good Agricultural Practices, GlobalG.A.P. and recognised agricultural and extension standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CACP certification?

The Certified Agricultural Communications Professional is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 449 and Live Virtual at USD 649. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CACP certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CACP?

The Certified Agricultural Communications Professional is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CACP?

The Certified Agricultural Communications Professional carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CACP while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CACP?

Graduates progress towards senior agronomy, farm management and agribusiness leadership roles. The CACP strengthens your expertise in crop and livestock production, agribusiness management and sustainable farming systems and positions you for advancement across agribusinesses, cooperatives, NGOs, research institutions and government agencies.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

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The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Farm Operations Director

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Agribusiness Manager

NGO Sector

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I earned my CACP while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Agricultural Extension Lead

Government

Certified Agricultural Communications Professional

Certified Agricultural Communications Professional

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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