| Certificate III in Agriculture - Apprenticeships |
Certificate III in Agriculture (General) - National Code: RTE30103
Certificate III in Agriculture (Beef Cattle) - National Code: RTE30203
Certificate III in Agriculture (Goat Production) - National Code: RTE30503
Certificate III in Agriculture (Horse Breeding) - National Code: RTE30703
Certificate III in Agriculture (Sheep & Wool Production) - National Code: RTE31103 |
Course Location and Contact Information

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| Course Description
The Apprenticeship in rural production is designed to develop a range of skills in animal health, husbandry and handling as well as tasks associated with pasture and crop production, agricultural vehicle, machinery and equipment operations.

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| Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course will have new skills to apply to their employment in the Agriculture industry.

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| Course Duration
Part-time: 36 months (maximum) to complete each course.
The competency based system allows apprentices to learn at their own pace and possibly complete the apprenticeship in a shorter period of time.

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| Course Commencement Dates
Ongoing throughout the year.

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| Entrance Requirements
Employment in the appropriate rural sector.

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| Application Procedures
Apply directly to the Agriculture and Animal Science Department .

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| Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications and/or prior experience.

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| Pathways to Further Study
On completion of an Agricultural Apprenticeship students can undertake training in the Certificate IV in Agriculture, Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Agriculture courses.

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| Course Outline
The course is an integrated on and off-the-job program of up to 3 years duration. (The hours of training are subject to which units are chosen by the apprentice, employer and trainer.) Contact the department for units of competency available

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| Assessment Methods
Assessment methods for this course include:
- written activities
- oral activities
- written and oral tests
- practical exercises

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| Materials
Students are required to supply their own stationary for the course and suitable clothing when undertaking practical projects.

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| Qualification
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate III in Agriculture.

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