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Key details
Duration
This program is delivered over a period of 1 to 2 years. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.
Intake
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Entry requirements
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Overview
This course will change in 2024. This course is not available for online applications. Please contact the team for further information on how to apply.
This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in agriculture. The qualification enables individuals to select a livestock production, cropping or livestock context as a job focus or, in the case of mixed farming enterprises, both cropping and livestock.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks in a variety of contexts, which involve some judgement in selecting equipment and services.
This qualification may be suitable for an apprenticeship or traineeship.
Career opportunities
Occupations relevant to this qualification in industry sectors such as Livestock include:
>Senior Farmhand >Jackaroo/Jillaroo >Senior Farmhand (Livestock)
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.This can include skills from:
- Previous study excluding courses at another VET/TAFE institution, but including courses at school or college, through adult education classes or training programs at work;
- Work experience (including both work that is paid and unpaid); and/or
- Life experience (for example leisure pursuits or voluntary work).
RPL is a form of assessment. It is used to determine whether a person has acquired, through formal or informal learning, the skills and experience consistent with the stated competency standards that comprise a qualification. RPL is not time referenced, so there are no parameters on how or when the skills are acquired. However, the skills that have been acquired through life experience etc., must be current and must match the elements and performance criteria contained in the individual unit.
Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.
For further information please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact Student Central on 1800 061 963 (free call) or email Student.Central@cdu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
Charles Darwin University as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.
Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.
In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for Exemption Form available from any campus, centre, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from the web.
Your completed Application for Exemption form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to the University either in person or by mail. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Pathways from the qualification
AHC40116 Certificate IV in Agriculture
Fees
2024 Fees
| Fee Type | 2024 Course Fees |
| NT Government supported* | $2,701.00 - $4,107.00 |
| Full Fee | $10,950.00 - $16,650.00 |
*This course is supported by the NT Government for eligible domestic students who are NT residents. A limited number of NT Government supported places are available, so secure your place now.
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.
For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.
Fee exemptions
Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.
At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
- Recipient of a Centrelink payment
- Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits
- Enrolled Secondary Students
- Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.
If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG’s Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.
International VET Package
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
What will I study?
To achieve a Certificate III in Agriculture a total of Sixteen (16) units of competency must be completed comprising Two (2) Core and Fourteen (14) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below.
Course structure
Other electives of this qualification may be available therefore the range of Nominal hours may vary, contact the team to discuss individual options.
The total Nominal Hours for the sequence listed below is 730-1110.
Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
CORE UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | 50 |
AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes | 50 |
Total nominal hours for core units | 100 | |
ELECTIVE UNITS OF COMPETENCY Group A (Select min of 5 ) | ||
AHCCHM307 | Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases | 70 |
AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals | 50 |
AHCLSK301 | Administer medication to livestock | 80 |
AHCLSK305 | Maintain livestock water supplies | 30 |
AHCLSK308 | Identify and draft livestock | 40 |
AHCLSK309 | Implement animal health control programs | 50 |
AHCLSK311 | Implement feeding plans for livestock | 140 |
AHCLSK320 | Coordinate and monitor livestock transport | 60 |
AHCLSK325 | Castrate livestock | 20 |
AHCLSK331 | Comply with industry animal welfare requirements | 40 |
| AHCWRK204 | Work effectively in the industry | 20 |
AHCWRK305 | Coordinate work site activities | 70 |
AHCWRK306 | Comply with industry quality assurance requirements | 40 |
ELECTIVE UNITS OF COMPETENCY Group B | ||
ACMHBR302 | Carry out basic hoof care procedures* Prerequisite requirements: ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour | 50 |
AHCLSK337 | Train, care for and ride horses for stock work* Prerequisite requirements: AHCLSK218 Ride educated horses to carry out stock work* ACMEQU206 Perform horse riding skills at walk, trot and canter* ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour | 100 |
PUATEA001 | Work in a team | 20 |
| AHCLSK319 | Slaughter livestock | 40 |
| AHCLSK307 | Euthanase livestock | 40 |
| AHCMOM216 | Operate side by side utility vehicles | 50 |
| AHCMOM202 | Operate tractors | 40 |
| AHCMOM207 | Conduct front-end loader operations | 60 |
| PREREQUISITE UNITS may be taken as electives | ||
| ACMEQU202 | Handle horses safely | 100 |
| ACMEQU205 | Apply knowledge of horse behaviour | 60 |
ELECTIVE UNITS OF COMPETENCY (Unnamed) | ||
| AHCMOM201 | Operate two wheel motorbikes | 30 |
| AHCPMG312 | Apply poison baits for vertebrate pest control in rural and environmental landscapes | 60 |
| AHCWRK312 | Operate in isolated and remote situations | 40 |
FWPCOT3325 | Operate four wheel drive vehicle on unsealed roads | 40 |
| AHCLSK210 | Muster and move livestock | 25 |
Total nominal hours for the qualification | 730- 1110 | |
Prerequisite Units are available for use as Elective units
Unit of competency | Prerequisite requirement |
ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* | ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour |
ACMEQU206 Perform horse riding skills at walk, trot and canter* | ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* |
AHCLSK218 Ride educated horses to carry out stock work* | ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely* ACMEQU206 Perform horse riding skills at walk, trot and canter* |
AHCLSK337 Train, care for and ride horses for stock work* | AHCLSK218 Ride educated horses to carry out stock work* |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
CDU requires students to:
- undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment to determine applicable support requirements;
- be fit, active and able to function effectively in a tropical environment, as this is a physically demanding course; and
- students must have a work contract with an approved employer to undertake a traineeship.
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I wanted to turn my regular job into my dream job, and the Charles Darwin University course offered exactly what I needed: practical skills.
Yulia
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CDU graduates have the best career and employment prospects. International students have ranked CDU 1st in Australia for learning and living experience
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Course details
Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
Employability skills
Employability Skills are embedded in the training and assessment of national training package qualifications. Information on the Employability Skills relevant to your qualification can be obtained by visiting this website and keying in the national code for the qualification: training.gov.au
Location and study mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.
Locations: Various, remote
Study Mode: Workplace assessment
Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.
Additional information
Contact details
Agriculture and Rural Operations |
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You make CDU
Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.
You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
How to apply
How to apply for domestic students
CDU TAFE has several pathways for you to apply.
Visit How to apply for CDU TAFE courses for more information.
Admission requirements for domestic students
Before applying, you may want to check if you meet the admission requirements for studying with CDU.
CDU has many pathways to study, so don't worry if you don't meet the admission requirements right now. There is a study pathway to get you started on your journey.
Not sure if you are a domestic or international student?
That's OK - it can be a little tricky to know the difference.
To help you out, we've put together a guide to answer any questions you might have.
How to apply for international students
Applications to CDU must be submitted online.
The process is simple, all you need is a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
Find a CDU agent partner
Applicants may seek further information about international education in Australia from the Australian Government Department of Education and Training or from our overseas / external representatives.
To help with the process, we've compile a list of authorised representatives.
Not sure if you are a domestic or international student?
That's OK - it can be a little tricky to know the difference.
To help you out, we've put together a guide to answer any questions you might have.
Things like the difference between domestic and international students or the difference between course types like TAFE and undergraduate.
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