Farming and Primary Production

Agribusiness

Learn some underpinning principles of agribusiness. Combine your passion for the land with savvy business skills to contribute to the ongoing success of the vital agriculture industry. more...

• Statement of AttainmentSide by Side Operations

  900-81671

  Gain the confidence to safely operate side by side utility vehicles on a range of terrains. Learn practical skills on training circuits or farms and get ready to excel in your agricultural career.

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  • You must be at least 16 years of age at the start of the course as evidenced by a copy of your current passport, proof of age card, photo identity card, current Australian driver licence, learner permit or provisional licence

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  • farm worker or stockperson with the Certificate II in Agriculture

  • horticulturalist or landscaper with the Certificate II in Horticulture

  • field officer for conservation and land management with the Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.

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• Certificate IIAgriculture

  AHC20122-01

  Turn your love of the land and working outdoors into a career as a stationhand or farmhand. Gain practical skills to thrive in the agriculture industry. Learn how to farm livestock and crops, operate machinery and equipment and apply your knowledge as you gain experience working on the farm.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • assistant animal attendant/stockperson

  • assistant farm hand

  • assistant farm or station worker

  • assistant farm or station labourer

  • jackaroo

  • jillaroo.

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• Certificate IIISports Turf Management

  AHC31324-01

  Make the grass always greener on both sides of the field as a greenkeeper for iconic sporting venues. Gain the skills to construct, maintain, prepare and restore sports turf surfaces while working outdoors, supporting the sports community.

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  • Personal protection equipment, such as boots, hat, long-sleeved shirt and long pants

  • Some knowledge of biological processes, such as plant health, pests and diseases

  • Basic computer skills to conduct research and use databases

  • A reasonable level of fitness to use wheelbarrows, do repetitive lifting and be on your feet for long periods

  • A NSW car driver license and driving experience

  • Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) at a Year 10 high school level

  • TAFE NSW may ask you to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test.

  • This skills test helps us to understand your individual study needs, to design an individualised plan that supports your study success and ensures your LLN skills match the demands of the course.

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  • golf course superintendent

  • racecourse track manager

  • greenkeeper

  • track curator

  • cricket curator

  • turf farm curator

  • groundsperson for sports fields, parks and gardens.

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Agricultural Technology

Specialise in the agricultural mechanical industry and develop the skills to operate, repair and maintain farm equipment used in the agriculture industry. more...

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Agriculture and Technology

Enter a growing industry and turn your love of land into a career. Develop the essential skills you need to work on a farm or station and get real-world experience working with machinery, crops and livestock. more...

• TAFE StatementFarm Fencing

  800-001304

  Become an expert in farm fencing to improve agricultural infrastructure. Learn about materials, designs and management strategies for efficient, sustainable farming. Optimise land use, protect crops, and ensure the welfare of animals.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • landcare worker

  • farm worker

  • farmhand

  • bush regenerator.

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• Statement of AttainmentAgricultural Chemical Skill Set

  AHCSS00074-V01

  Gain a competitive edge in the market and enhance your agricultural skill set. Acquire skills to safely purchase, transport and handle chemicals without supervision across a range of industries and get your chemical user accreditation.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • farm worker

  • pest control worker

  • horticultural worker

  • broadacre spray contractor

  • conservation worker.

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• Statement of AttainmentSafe Tractor Operations

  900-80108

  Learn the ins and outs of how to operate a range of tractors safely under different road and load conditions. Earn credit towards a full qualification and apply your knowledge in the agriculture, horticulture and land management sectors.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • Farm worker

  • Machinery operator

  • Seasonal worker

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• Statement of AttainmentChainsaw Operations - Trim and Cut

  900-83005

  Gain chainsaw and teamwork skills to trim and cross cut felled trees safely and efficiently. Apply your machine use and maintenance knowledge in domestic situations, in arboriculture and forestry, and fieldwork, including in emergency services.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • tree work contractor

  • powerline/utilities vegetation manager

  • roads and national parks field worker

  • conservation and land management field worker

  • agricultural fence clearing and construction

  • arborist with the Certificate III in Arboriculture

  • forestry field worker with the Certificate III Forest Operations.

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• Certificate IIIAgricultural Mechanical Technology

  AUR30420-01

  Acquire the skills and tools you need to become an agricultural mechanic. Learn to repair a range of machinery and system faults while working in workshops, properties and stations across Australia in this recognised skills shortage area.

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  Apprenticeship

  • Be employed as an apprentice in the industry

  • Register with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP) who will support your application

  Non-apprenticeship

  • Non-apprenticeship pathways for trade-related qualifications allow you to have your industry skills assessed through recognition of prior learning (RPL) and undertake gap training to gain a trade qualification. To take this course as a non-apprenticeship, you must:

  • Be at least 21 years of age, as evidenced by photo identification

  • Have at least 2 years of work experience in this occupation or trade, as evidenced by employee records such as your resume and/or letters from your employers

  • Be currently employed in the relevant industry, as evidenced by a letter from your employer

  • This course may be offered as a non-apprenticeship. Check your preferred campus page for more information.

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  • Agricultural mechanical technician

  • Workshop foreman

  • Broadacre workshop supervisor

  • Sole trader repairer

  • Farm machinery salesperson

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• Certificate IIIAgriculture

  AHC30122-01

  Learn the art, science and practice of farming. Gain fundamental skills and knowledge that will allow you to choose from various specialisations in agriculture. Discover your interests and take the first step towards a future career in agriculture.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • animal attendant/stockperson

  • farm or station hand/worker/labourer

  • assistant farm fencing contractor

  • farm machinery worker

  • farm overseer

  • senior jackaroo or jillaroo.

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• Certificate IIIIrrigation Technology

  AHC32424-01

  Learn essential skills in advanced urban irrigation systems for better plant growth and sustainability. You’ll get specialised experience that sets you apart, working on real projects and solving irrigation challenges.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • irrigation technician

  • water management consultant

  • environmental control officer

  • agricultural systems technologist

  • landscape irrigation specialist.

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• Certificate IVAgriculture

  AHC40122-01

  Gain exposure to what's new in the agriculture industry and get hands-on experience working the land. Learn from teachers who have current industry knowledge and graduate with a well-rounded understanding of cropping and working with livestock.

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  • 1 year of experience working in farming and agriculture, as evidenced by your resume, a cover letter outlining your experience and a letter from an employer or supervisor

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  • farm supervisor

  • farm team leader

  • livestock team leader

  • cropping team leader

  • agriculture technician

  • agriculture contractor.

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• DiplomaAgriculture

  AHC50122-01

  Prepare for various management jobs in the agriculture industry. Gain a greater understanding of the changing trends in agriculture. Develop advanced management plans that will allow you to tailor your strategies to each farm you’re working on.

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  • Successful completion of the Certificate III in Agriculture or equivalent qualification as evidenced by a copy of your transcript or certificate AND/OR

  • 2 years of experience working in farming and agriculture, as evidenced by your resume, a cover letter outlining your experience and a letter from an employer or supervisor

  • Before enrolling you must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test and demonstrate a performance level of 5 for learning, 4 for reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy, and 3 for digital literacy. This helps us to determine that your skills match the demands of the course, to direct you to an alternative study option or to provide you with the appropriate support for your success.

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  • farm production manager

  • production unit manager

  • pastoral operations manager

  • station/property manager

  • agribusiness manager.

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Cotton

Weave a career in this specialist field as you learn to use technical ginning equipment, understand production processes and contribute to Australian cotton farming. more...

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Livestock

Working with livestock is more than an Australian icon. It's a fulfilling and challenging career area that embraces husbandry, science, environmental concerns, animal welfare and more. more...

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Meat Processing

Carve out an exciting career in butchery and meat processing. Use your specialised skills to create beautiful cuts of meat that are at home on the BBQ hotplate or charcuterie board. more...

• Statement of AttainmentBandsaw Operator (Meat Retail) Skill Set

  AMPSS00002-V01

  Gain the skills you need to succeed in the meat retail industry. Learn to assemble, clean, disassemble and operate a bandsaw, keeping to safety procedures and hygiene practices. Learn to carry out a safety check on cutting guides and safety guards.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • Abattoir worker

  • boning room worker

  • smallgoods plant operator

  • wild game harvester

  • meat wholesaler

  • meat retailer.

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• Certificate IIMeat Processing (Food Services)

  AMP20117-01

  Discover a a flexible career in meat preparation. Gain a wide range of skills in butchery, food preparation and customer service. Learn about the retail meat industry as you develop skills to thrive in a range of roles like deli and in-store butcher assistant.

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  • Be employed in the meat processing industry as this course is delivered in the workplace

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  • In-store butcher assistant

  • Wholesale meat packer

  • Production assistant

  • Meat retail assistant

  • Deli assistant

  • Meat production packer

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• Certificate IIIMeat Processing (Smallgoods - Manufacture)

  AMP31016-01

  Build a unique skillset to take a leap into a career in smallgoods meat producing. This hands-on course provides you with access to industry approved facilities and prepares you with all the skills and knowledge needed to enter the niche smallgoods production industry.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • Smallgoods producer

  • Retail butchery assistant

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• Certificate IIIMeat Processing (Retail Butcher)

  AMP30815-01

  Become a trade qualified butcher and discover a passion for artisanal, quality meat preparation and sales. Be ahead of consumer tastes and trends in sustainable and ethical meat selection as you gain the skills to start your own fine meats business or deli.

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  • Check the campus page for requirements to take this course as an apprenticeship

  • This course may also be offered as a non-apprenticeship. Enquire today to discuss your eligibility

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  • trade qualified butcher

  • small business owner.

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Organic Farming

Farm for the future as you develop skills to farm organically using synthetic herbicides and pesticides combined with traditional farming techniques to ensure sustainability. more...

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Permaculture

Combine your passion for the environment and sustainability to plan, design and create future-proof spaces that promote health, wellness and organic farming practices. more...

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Rural Operations

Explore the possibilities as you breathe in the fresh country air and develop foundational skills to work across a broad range of areas in the agricultural industry. more...

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Viticulture

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Wool

Be part of the Australian wool industry, the world's number one producer of premium quality wool. Shear sheep and handle and class wool in sheds across the country. more...

• Certificate IIShearing

  AHC21316-01

  If you have little to no experience in shearing, then this intensive two-week course is the perfect step into the industry. Practise in a real farm environment with live sheep as you learn safe shearing techniques, the importance of animal welfare, and how to maintain your equipment.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • novice shearer.

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• Certificate IIWool Handling

  AHC21416-01

  Make your mark in the wool industry with an entry-level qualification to get you working in a shearing shed or a wool-classing program. Start your career as a roustabout or shearing shedhand as you learn to pen sheep and handle wool.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • Wool handler

  • Roustabout

  • Shearing shedhand

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• Certificate IVWool Classing

  AHC41316-01

  Develop the skills to become a professional wool classer registered with the Australian Wool Exchange (AWEX). Build your career in wool handling and wool clip preparation and be part of a prestigious and profitable industry.

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  • No entry requirements for this course

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  • registered wool classer

  • wool brokers as wool area managers or stock agents

  • wool store workers

  • farm or station management.

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