Course Overview
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If you’re already working in the Agriculture or Dairy industries, studying a Certificate II in Agriculture will give you the qualification and new skills in the industry you love.
This course will give you the skills to master routine agricultural tasks and learn hands-on practical knowledge from our industry experts.
Designed to be extremely flexible, the Certificate II in Agriculture allows you to tailor your studies to suit your interests, meaning you’ll be learning about the things that actually interest you!
Taught over a two-year period, you’ll experience a mixture of video conferencing and practical tutorial days which will allow your teachers to guide and support your leaning in a number of different ways.
And when you complete the course, the possibilities for employment really are endless. You might find yourself working in one of the following areas:
- Assistant animal attendant/stock person
- Assistant farm or station hand
- Assistant farm or station worker
- Assistant farm or station labourer
And what if you want to complete more study? Well, you can! You’ll be able to take on a huge variety of further study, like a Certificate III in Agriculture or a Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production). Each of these courses has a different focus and will be able to take your career in a number of directions.
Challenge yourself as you learn at the hands of experts in the agricultural industry and set yourself up for a rewarding, diverse and successful career.
Times
Video conferences training sessions Wednesdays 12-1pm Practical tutorial day 3 per year in school holidays as per timetableQualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate II in Agriculture (Traineeship).Career Opportunities
- Assistant animal attendant/stock person
- Assistant farm or station hand
- Assistant farm or station worker
- Assistant farm or station labourer
Opportunities for Further Study
Academic Pathways may include but not be limited to:
- AHC30116 Certificate III in Agriculture
- AHC30216 Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production)
- AHC30416 Certificate III in Pork Production
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Pre-requisites
Not Applicable
Online requirement
Reliable Internet connection
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this courseHelp with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
If not currently employed in a farming role, practical placement or paid employment on farm. The Participant in this situation should target a minimum of 80 hours of on farm work "experience".Placement is arranged by: Student
Pathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
Mobile phone, computer or laptop or tablet, internet connection
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Course Modules
| Course Units |
| AHCMOM207 Conduct front-end loader operations |
| TLID1001 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods |
| AHCWRK207 Collect and record production data |
| AHCMOM212 Operate quad bikes |
| AHCMOM211 Operate side by side utility vehicles |
| AHCLSK210 Muster and move livestock |
| AHCINF201 Carry out basic electric fencing operations |
| AHCDRY201 Milk livestock |
| AHCPCM201 Recognise plants |
| AHCWRK205 Participate in workplace communications |
| AHCMOM202 Operate tractors |
| AHCLSK211 Provide feed for livestock |
| AHCINF202 Install, maintain and repair farm fencing |
| AHCLSK202 Care for health and welfare of livestock |
| AHCLSK209 Monitor water supplies |
| AHCWRK201 Observe and report on weather |
| AHCLSK205 Handle livestock using basic techniques |
| AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWRK209 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| AHCWRK204 Work effectively in the industry |
| AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes |
| AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision |
Assessment
Quiz / Knowledge assessments, forums, presentations, practical demonstrations in simulated work conditions