Agriculture Courses

The Certificate II in Horticulture (AHC20416) is the qualification you need to get started in a nursery, work as a garden labourer or horticultural assistant. Over 6 months (at an advanced training facility) you will definitely get your hands dirty — as you learn to recognise plants, treat weeds, test plants and soil for diseases, and grow trees and shrubs. Enquire now for a course schedule, intakes dates, and enrolment options..

The AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture offers a hands-on learning experience for aspiring horticulturists, covering a diverse range of topics such as plant care, landscaping, and sustainable gardening practices. This nationally recognized certificate program equips students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the flourishing field of horticulture..

Get a job at a nursery or garden centre with the AHC31120 Certificate III in Nursery Operations. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to grow and care for nursery plants, using a range of chemicals and nursery equipment. The course covers: workplace safety, transporting and storing hazardous chemicals, recognising plant species, operating irrigation systems, understanding plant nutrition, recognising pests and diseases, selling plants to customers, operating vehicles and machinery, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, nursery career outcomes, and upcoming dates for enrolment..

Get the skills you need to successfully manage and market your farm with the AHC60319 Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a broad range of skills in leadership, risk management, infrastructure planning, financial management, farm biosecurity, recruitment and staff management, strategic planning, managing capital works, land management strategies, succession planning, supply chain management, export market development, climate change risk, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, management competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

A Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116 is for students seeking a career in farm and agribusiness management. This is a flexible diploma and students choose their own study units from the following speciality areas: agribusiness, livestock, cropping, business administration, safety. The Diploma of Agriculture AHC50116 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package..

A AHC51422 Diploma of Agribusiness Management is for students seeking careers in farming and agribusiness management. Students undertaking this diploma will develop a whole farm plan, climate risk strategies, and a business plan. The AHC51422 Diploma of Agribusiness Management is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package. .

A Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 is perfect for students who need both farming skills and knowledge of business administration. This certificate is flexible and students can choose electives in organic farming, working with livestock, business administration, and using chemicals. The Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40116 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package. .

Get a job at a dairy farm with the AHC30221 Certificate III in Dairy Production. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the operational requirements of a working dairy farm and will teach you how to use a range of industrial milking machines and feeding apparatus. Competencies include: coordinating milking operations, using chemicals to control pests and weeds, carrying out routine servicing of milking equipment, carrying out livestock feeding, assisting with calving, rearing newborn calves, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Get started in the Australian forestry industry with the FWP20122 Certificate II in Forest Operations. This nationally recognised certificate is an excellent introduction to timber and forestry work and qualifies you for forest hand or nursery assistant positions. The course covers: on-the-job communications and safety, environmental protection and cultural heritage, safe lifting and carrying, site biosecurity procedures, setting cuttings, transplanting tree seedlings, operating tractors and work vehicles, tree pruning, and much more. You can also follow a specialisation that supports your career interests: General Operations, Silviculture, Timber Harvesting and Haulage, or Forest Nursery Production. Enquire now for specialisation units (and their availability) as well as training providers near you that offer this qualification..

Become a forestry worker with the FWP30122 Certificate III in Forest Operations. This nationally recognised training course has a number of specialisations including: General Operations, Silviculture, Timber Harvesting and Haulage, and Forest Nursery Production. The course covers: introduction to the forest and wood products industry, worksite communication and safety, environmental protection procedures, soil and water protection, cultural heritage protection, remote first aid, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, specialisation electives (and their availability) as well as course enrolment opportunities in your area..

If you’re passionate about the environment and building a sustainable future the Bachelor of Environmental Science opens doorways into professional career paths and community advocacy opportunities. You could become a teacher, park ranger, environmental advisor, researcher, or sustainability officer in either private enterprise or government. The degree covers: environmental biodiversity, earth systems, surveying and spatial sciences, data acquisition and analysis, environmental chemistry, sustainable ecosystems, environmental policy and regulations, ecosystem restoration and monitoring, sustainable development, fieldwork, and much more. Choose majors in Ecology and Conservation, Environmental Quality, Earth Sciences. Enquire now for admissions criteria, the list of available units and study majors, and universities in your area that offer the Bachelor of Environmental Science..

The Bachelor of Science (Marine Biology) delves into marine organisms and their environmental interactions. Aimed at enthusiasts of marine life and coastal habitats, it addresses urgent challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and population growth. This course equips students to tackle global concerns such as the effects of tourism, pollution, and global warming on oceans. Graduates gain expertise in marine systems, ecological principles, environmental management, and acquire knowledge spanning from biology to oceanography..

If you love wine, why not launch your career in viticulture with the 11034NAT Diploma of Wine Technology. This nationally recognised diploma can help you become a cellar hand or assistant winemaker at large vineyards, or general manager of a small boutique winery. The course will teach you how to oversee the winemaking process, including evaluating wine, analysing wine chemistry, and appraising wine quality. The course also covers: grape production, laboratory work, staff leadership, crop deregulation, and winery storage requirements. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, study units, and training providers in your area that deliver this qualification..

Do you work with agricultural chemicals and need the skills to handle, transport, and store them safely? How about the AHCSS00074 Agricultural Chemical Skill Set? It’s a group of nationally recognised short courses that cover the essential aspects of agricultural chemical usage and safety. Competencies include: identifying pests and weeds then determining chemical requirements, identifying different chemicals and assessing their hazards, preparing chemical mixes in accordance with label instructions, safely applying chemicals using a range of application equipment, transporting and storing chemicals according to their Safety Data Sheets SDSs. Enquire now for the list of agricultural career competencies and upcoming enrolment dates. PLEASE NOTE: this skillset is completed as a standalone course and articulates to a full qualification in either horticulture or agriculture..

Get a hands-on role at a winery with the FBP30921 III in Wine Industry Operations. This nationally recognised qualification allows you to specialise in either bottling and packaging, cellar door, laboratory work, or viticulture. The course begins with the on-the-job safety, hygiene, and personal performance protocols you’ll need to follow while working at a winery, You’ll then gain technical skills in winery operations allowing your to graduate ready for work. Skillsets vary according to the specialisation electives offered by your RTO and include equipment and machinery use, cleaning and sanitising, applying quality standards, and workplace communication. Enquire now for the list of course providers, specialisation electives (and their availability), as well as upcoming course dates..

Get your first job in the shearing sheds with the AHC21416 Certificate II in Wool Handling. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to pen sheep, perform board duties, carry out wool pressing, and assist your supervisor prepare sheep for shearing and crutching. You’ll also be introduced to the animal welfare and workplace safety protocols that protect both you, and the sheep. This course is often delivered on-the-job as part of an apprenticeship. Enquire now for the list of study units, wool handling competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Get a job at an aquaculture farm or seafood company with the SFI30319 Certificate III in Seafood Post Harvest Operations. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to process and pack seafood ready for sale. The course covers: hygiene and sanitation requirements for seafood, supervising the storage of temperature controlled stock, on-the-job safety, ensuring food quality and safety, HACCP procedures, packing and freezing seafood, operating packaging equipment and machines, cooking techniques, operating refrigerated storerooms. There is also scope to gain skills in retailing, merchandising and wholesaling seafood. Enquire now for the list of study units, seafood industry competencies, and latest course dates..

Become a professional wool classer with the AHC41316 Certificate IV in Wool Classing. This nationally recognised qualification is suitable for AWEX Ltd. registration as an Australian Wool Classer. You will learn how to prepare fleeces for classing, appraise wool using industry descriptions, prepare wool based on its characteristics, press and document wool for a clip, The course also covers: shed duties, classing fleece wool, preparing for wool harvest, quality assurance, work health and safety, first aid. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The Graduate Diploma of Agribusiness (AMP80215) is for agrifood leaders and CEOs who want highly developed decision making and innovation skills. Over 12 months of study you will be focusing on financial management, developing collaborative partnerships, strategic leadership, and change management. Graduate ready for a full range of agrifood leadership roles: CEO, Compliance Manager, Processing Plant Manager, Export and Marketing Manager. Enquire now for the entry requirements, course outcomes, and enrolment locations..

Get ready for a career working at fish farms, hatcheries, and nurseries with the Certificate II in Aquaculture (SFI20119). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work safely at Australian workplaces handling fish stocks and using aquatic equipment and machinery. The course covers: working effectively in the seafood industry, feeding and maintaining fish stocks, preparing and dispatching live stock for transport, communication. Enquire now for the list of study units, training centres, and enrolment opportunities..

Become an operations manager at an aquaculture farm with the Diploma of Aquaculture (SFI50119). This nationally recognised diploma delivers a mix of leadership, administration, and aquaculture operational skills. The course covers: establishing an aquaculture facility, ensuring the sustainability and biosecurity of aquaculture operations, developing a stock nutrition and breeding strategy, developing stock production plans, culturing new species, auditing aquaculture operations, managing machinery and equipment, communicating with influence, hiring staff and developing your work team, managing budgets, and much more. This course is also suited to aquaculture consultants and industry advisors. Enquire now for the full list of study units, available specialisation units, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture prepares you for a career in agriculture and for immediate work as a farmhand or station worker. Over 12 months you will learn how to work safely on farms and other agricultural worksites — while choosing study electives in crop management, livestock handling, farm machinery operation and maintenance, fencing and pest control. Enquire now for the latest delivery options (on-campus/distance learning) and opportunities for enrolment..

Get the skills you need to work with crops, livestock, and farm machinery with the Certificate III in Rural Operations (AHC32816). Graduates of this nationally recognised training course will be qualified for work as a senior farmhand. Over 12 months of classroom and on-the-job training you will learn how to identify, mark and muster livestock; implement animal health programs; work with pesticides and chemicals; construct and maintain fences; safely operate quad bikes, tractors, and other farm machinery.Enquire now for a list of training centres and for information about completing this course as an international student..

Get qualified as a farm hand (without a work placement) by enrolling in the AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to work safely on a farm — operating a range of machinery (motorbikes, tractors) and carrying out standard jobs (mustering, marking livestock, fencing, weed control). The course takes 9 months to complete and is delivered via a mix of online components, face-to-face, and practical sessions. Enquire now for the next batch intake dates and your eligibility for government funded training..

Grab a Certificate II in Rural Operations (AHC21216) if you’d like to work in the agricultural and farming sector. Choose your own study area (rural operations, horticulture, or animal studies) and graduate with the practical skills to work safely at a farming worksite and carry out a range of manual tasks — as well as operate farm machinery and tools. Graduate job-ready with a qualification that’s recognised all over Australia. Enquire now for a course brochure and information about how to complete your training at school..

The AHC21316 Certificate II in Shearing is a hands-on course that brings your shearing skills and technique to a professional level. Over 18 weeks of study you’ll learn how to prepare and sharpen grind combs and cutters, as well as crutch and shear different breeds of sheep. Graduate able to shear at least 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult crossbred sheep per day — the minimum standard for a novice shearer. Enquire now for your nearest training centre and the list of upcoming enrolment dates..

The AHC30620 Certificate III in Production Horticulture can be used as a professional qualification for work at nurseries and orchards — but is also great for home enthusiasts wanting to grow their own fruit and vegetables. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that incorporates classroom and field work as well as online modules. The course covers: soil sampling and improvement, plant nutrition, crop planting and regulation, harvest, weed control, organics and composting. Enquire now for the next available enrolment dates and your nearest training centre..

The AHC31021 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens qualifies you for labouring jobs at landscaping firms, sports grounds, golf courses, public parks and gardens. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that will teach you how to work safely outdoors and use a wide range of tools, chemicals, and landscaping equipment. The course covers: irrigation systems, pruning and weed control, garden pest control, soil improvement, garden and turf maintenance, safe chemical use and storage, drainage systems and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units and training providers near you that offer this course..

Begin and exciting career in apiculture or start your own bee colony at home with the AHC31818 Certificate III in Beekeeping. This 2 year course will teach you how to establish an apiary site, assemble and maintain a beehive, extract honey, safely use smokers and beekeeping equipment, re-queen a bee colony, manage honey bee swarms, and safely transport bee hives to a new site. The course also covers essential aspects of workplace safety and quality assurance. Enquire now for the list of study units and available training dates near you..

Learn to shear sheep at a professional level with the AHC32916 Certificate III in Shearing. This nationally recognised training course teaches you how to maintain consistent shearing performance while shearing at least 140 crossbred sheep per day. The course takes 12 months to complete and also covers equipment maintenance, animal welfare, work health and safety processes. Enquire now for the list of training centres and enrolment opportunities..

Get the skills you need to work as a wool classer with the AHC33016 Certificate III in Wool Clip Preparation. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to appraise and class fleece wool, then prepare the wool for a clip. The course is delivered over 12-24 months and you’ll graduate a competent wool classer, ready to perform a range of shed duties to industry quality assurance standards. Enquire now for the latest enrolment dates and the full list of study units..

Get started as a shearing shed hand or wool handler with the AHC33116 Certificate III in Advanced Wool Handling. This nationally recognised qualification is delivered over 2 semesters and teaches you how to prepare fleece wool for classing as well as carry out wool pressing. You’ll also learn a range of shed duties: penning sheep, preparing facilities for shearing and crutching, monitoring the welfare of sheep. Enquire now for the next batch intake dates and your nearest training centre..

The AHC33816 Certificate III in Permaculture is a 30 week course that introduces the principles of permaculture and teaches you how to establish and maintain a permaculture system for clients (or for yourself). The course covers the essential aspects of both rural and urban permaculture systems including organic gardens and orchards, integrating plant and animal systems, managing plant pests and diseases. Enquire now for the full list of study units and the training centre nearest you..

The AHC41019 - Certificate IV in Agribusiness is a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) qualification. Please make an enquiry to find out more about the course such as government funding options, study modes and duration..

Step up to management level with the AHC50320 Diploma of Production Horticulture. This nationally recognised diploma will teach you how to oversee the staff, administration, and daily operations of a horticulture farm or production nursery. The course covers: managing WHS and quality assurance, developing a horticultural production plan, diagnosing plant health problems, managing staffing levels, implementing biosecurity measures, negotiating contracts, marketing horticultural products and services, business administration skills, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, production horticulture competencies, and upcoming course enrolment dates. .

The AHC51519 - Diploma of Viticulture is a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) qualification. Please make an enquiry to find out more about the course such as government funding options, study modes and duration..

Get a supervisor’s role in forestry operations with the FWP40121 Certificate IV in Forest Operations. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the strict safety requirements and environmental protocols when working with forest and wood products, and prepares you for a leadership role in this area. Competencies include: supervising the maintenance of property and machinery, managing the quality of wood and forest products, ensuring timber harvest meets environmental requirements, managing people and business operations, using chemicals safely, coordinating forest establishment and regeneration programs. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, forestry career outcomes, and available course openings in your area..

Get started in Australia’s seafood industries with the SFI20319 Certificate II in Seafood Post Harvest Operations. This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for work in seafood packaging and processing roles. The course will teach you how to work and communicate effectively in the seafood industry, and introduces you to the essential safety protocols. You will also learn: hygiene and sanitation processes, working with temperature controlled stock, using knives, processing seafood (fish, oysters, crustaceans, squid), operating production equipment and machines, cooking and canning, despatch and distribution. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choice availability, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Get started in the Australia’s rapidly growing aquaculture sector with the Certificate III in SFI30119 Aquaculture. This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for operational roles at aquaculture farms, hatcheries, and nurseries. The course covers: caring for aquatic animals, maintaining aquascapes, feeding, predator control, undertaking effluent treatment and waste disposal, harvest and post-harvest activities. There is also scope for gaining skills in diving operational work. Enquire now for the full list fo study units, diving elective availability, and upcoming enrolment dates. .

Land a supervisor’s or management role in the Australian seafood industries with the SFI40219 Certificate IV in Seafood Post Harvest Operations. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a mix of leadership, marketing, and technical skills that will help you run a safe and productive operation. The course covers: maintaining work health and safety protocols, supervising and maintaining the food safety plan, evaluating batches of seafood, HACCP principles, conducting internal audits, managing a product recall, buying and wholesaling seafood products, analysing seafood market opportunities, and much more. Enquire now for enrolment opportunities, and the full list of study unit choices and their availability..