Course Overview
Want to start a career in the dairy industry? Or do you simply want to improve your existing skills? Either way, a Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production) (Traineeship), focusing on dairy production, will get you there.
This traineeship is focused on hands-on learning as you work your way through simulated workplaces and on-the-job experience.
You’ll gain valuable experience working on farms as you gain confidence and begin working independently.
This Kim, one of our Agriculture teachers
Local farmer and student Jake shares his experience
You’ll also learn how to establish pastures and crops for livestock, transport and prepare chemicals, coordinate milking operations, construct fencing, create feeding plans, respond to emergencies and more.
When you’ve finished, you’ll be able to begin working as a dairy farmhand, gaining hands-on experience in the industry while you take the time to consider where you’d like to take your career.
This might mean studying a Certificate IV in Agriculture or a Certificate IV in Agribusiness. Both qualifications will enhance your skillset and increase your employment opportunities for the future – and we’ll be here to help with all of those decisions when the time comes, because we understand making these choices isn’t always easy.
Get a head start in the dairy industry today with Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production) (Traineeship) and set yourself up for a varied and successful career.
Please note, to enter this course individuals must be employed to work on a commercial dairy farm.
Times
Friday 9:00am–3pm
Attendance day is predominantly Fridays with some practical skill sessions held on Tuesdays. Class times vary dependant upon the unit being delivered.
Qualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production) (Traineeship).Career Opportunities
This qualification provides an occupational outcome in the dairy industry. The dairy industry expects that graduates from this qualification will be able to preform a range of tasks associated with a person preforming the job of a dairy farmhand.
Opportunities for Further Study
- AHC40116 Certificate IV in Agriculture
- AHC41016 Certificate IV in Agribusiness (not on offer at TAFE Gippsland)
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Recommended entry requirements
To enter this course individuals must be employed to work on a commercial dairy farm.
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry, often as a part time or full time traineeship, including School Based Trainee.
Applicants wishing to undertake the qualification are required to complete a full Language, Literacy & Numeracy assessment, as well as a Pre training Review.
Applicants are also required to complete a interview with one of the trainers before enrolment can proceed into this course.
Limitations to entry
Students should be a minimum of 16 years of age to undertake this course.
The farm machinery used for skills development in this course have manufacturer's specifications that require operators / students to be a minimum of 16 years of age to operate.
Pre-requisites
Not Applicable
Online requirement
Reliable internet connection
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
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Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
Not ApplicablePathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
Not Applicable
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
Sample course units
| Course Units |
| AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases |
| AHCMOM217 Operate quad bikes |
| AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals |
| AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes |
| AHCINF302 Plan and construct an electric fence |
| AHCDRY301 Coordinate milking operations |
| AHCLSK311 Implement feeding plans for livestock |
| AHCBAC302 Establish pastures and crops for livestock production |
| AHCLSK305 Maintain livestock water supplies |
| AHCLSK318 Rear newborn and young livestock |
| AHCLSK329 Implement procedures for calving |
| AHCPCM301 Implement a plant nutrition program |
| AHCWRK303 Respond to emergencies |
| AHCBAC301 Conserve forage |
| AHCMOM202 Operate tractors |
| AHCLSK309 Implement animal health control programs |
| AHCMOM207 Conduct front-end loader operations |
Assessment
Not Applicable