OverviewAbout this course
Tailor your studies towards cellar operations, bottling and packaging or laboratory testing. Work behind the scenes and gain the practical experience to excel in the growing wine industry.
OutcomesWhat you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Work in the wine industry and gain a range of skills depending on your chosen specialty units in cellar, bottling and packaging and laboratory operations
Operate a range of cellar machinery
Operate state of the art packaging machinery
Conduct laboratory tests and analyses
Problem solve when issues arise with winery machinery
Adhere to WHS, communication and food safety procedures
Work as part of a team and implement continuous improvement processes
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A range of skills in various sectors of the wine industry
Practical experience working in the wine industry
Procedural and technical experience in bottling and packaging, cellar operations and laboratory testing
Customer service skills in cellar door operations
Knowledge related to wine grape growing, harvesting and post-harvesting
Exposure to a variety of tasks specific to your career direction
A pathway to further study in viticulture
SuitabilityIs this course right for you?
Entry requirements
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
You need to be currently working in or have access to a fully functional winery. A head teacher will contact you to see if this course is suitable for you.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A passion for wine and the wine industry
Problem solving and critical thinking skills
A willingness to work and live in regional NSW
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 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.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
PathwaysFuture career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: winery cellar hand, senior cellar operator, wine bottling and packaging operator, wine grape grower and laboratory technician.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study0 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
The Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations does not have any post-graduate courses.
Related study1 Course
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Wine Industry Operations qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 19 Units of competency, including 4 core and 15 speciality units.
Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Assist with maintaining workplace safetyBSBWHS311
Apply food safety proceduresFBPFSY2002
Participate in improvement processesFBPPPL3003
Report on workplace performanceFBPPPL3006
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