Artificial insemination of livestock

Have you been thinking about incorporating superior genetics into your herd, bringing uniformity to your calving, or upskilling your staff? Then our Artificial Insemination (AI) of Livestock course is for you.

This accredited course will provide you with the skills and knowledge you need to develop a successful AI program for your farm and improve the health and reproductive performance of your herd.

This nationally recognised AI training course is supported by Dairy Australia and the National Herd Improvement Association.

The blended delivery of this accredited short course is all-inclusive with the right balance between theory, practical skills training and simulation workshops. It will teach you the skills needed to enhance your herds performance and achieve enriched fertility targets on your farm.

Course Code

0417AILVSK

Course Type

Short Course

Study mode

On Campus

Duration

12 weeks

Location

Yallourn

Times

9:00am–4:00pm

Career opportunities

This course is suitable for:

  • Livestock owners or employees
  • Persons seeking employment within an artificial insemination business

Opportunities for further study

  • AHC30221 Certificate III in Dairy Production
  • AHC30116 Certificate III in Agriculture
  • AHC40116 Certificate IV in Agriculture
  • AHC50116 Diploma of Agriculture

Qualifications and Recognition

Upon completion of this course, students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.

Placement

Not Applicable

Specialist Course Information

N/A

Material and Equipment Supplied by Students

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Recommended entry requirements
  • Farm and facilities to artificially inseminate cows
  • Herd size large enough to inseminate at least 10 cows (per person)
  • Participants will require their own AI equipment and semen straws.

Limitations to entry:

  • Students should be a minimum of 16 years of age to undertake this course.
  • Students must have access to a reliable internet connection.
  • Students must have access to a computer or tablet that will support course work to be completed in our Learning Management System Moodle. We recommend that this also includes a headset (integrated microphone and earphones).
  • Students working within the agricultural industry must be physically fit, this includes the ability to bend and lift. Students must be able to spend considerable time on their feet throughout their working day.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). To find out more visit the TAFE Gippsland website or contact us to discuss your option.

Course cost

For the course cost please visit the TAFE Gippsland website or cal 1300 133 717.

  • AHCAIS304 Artificially inseminate livestock
  • AHCLSK341 Coordinate artificial insemination and fertility management of livestock
  • AHCAIS202 Assist with artificial insemination procedures
 

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2024. National Provider Number 0417

TAFE Gippsland has made every reasonable effort to ensure the information contained in this publication is current at the time of publishing. For updated information go to tafegippsland.edu.au or call 1300 133 717. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. TAFE Gippsland reserves the right to alter this information and/or withdraw courses listed herein. © TAFE Gippsland 2024. National Provider Number 0417