Certificate II in Shearing - AHC21316
Rural Industries Skill Training Centre Incorporated
Type of institution: Registered Training Organisation
Level: Vocational Education and Training (VET)
CRICOS:
This qualification provides an entry level occupational outcome in shearing. It recognises the work of a novice shearer who is able to shear a minimum of 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult crossbred sheep per day to an acceptable industry standard. The shearing industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:Shearer - novice levelNo occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Structure
9 core units
Subjects
- Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing
- Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- Apply animal welfare principles to handling and husbandry of livestock
- Shear sheep to novice level
- Prepare handpiece and downtube for machine shearing
- Work effectively in the industry
- Participate in work health and safety processes
- Crutch sheep
- Undertake basic shearing and crutching
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Hamilton.
Depending on the individual student meeting eligibility criteria they may be able to access government funding to undertake this course. Visit https://www.skills.vic.gov.au/s/how-to-check-your-eligibility to find out more information. Fee concessions may be available for eligible concession holders. Check out our website, at www.rist.edu.au for our up to date tuition fees and charges.
