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AHC20122

Certificate II in Agriculture

Kick start a career nurturing Australia's agriculture industry with this entry-level course focused on the fundamentals of modern farm work, including working with livestock and crops.

STUDY LOCATIONS Darling Downs and South West Wide Bay Burnett
WAYS TO STUDY Apprenticeships and traineeships
NEXT INTAKE Starts anytime View all intakes

Course overview

Sow the seeds for a career in Australia's evolving agribusiness sector with this entry-level course. This qualification is a starting point for anyone looking to work within any stream of agriculture. It will also set you up for a wide range of career and study paths across agriculture, agribusiness and rural operations.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working as general farm hands is likely to grow moderately over the next five years.

The different components of this course will provide you with the skills of a farmhand, including mustering and moving animals, operating and maintaining machinery and equipment, and assisting with the breeding and care of young animals. You'll also learn about environmental sustainability, cropping and general farm operations.

Successful completion of this course gives you the skills to start a career as a farmhand on a wide range of estates and farms across Australia, as well as a clear path into further studies.

What can I do?

  • Assistant Farm or Station Hand
  • Assistant Animal Attendant/Stockperson

Course outcome:

AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture

New thinking

Working closely with industry, we have pinpointed key areas of knowledge needed for the future of Australia's overall agribusiness space. These include biosecurity, crop diversity, and farm business management.

Innovative teaching staff

Our courses are delivered by passionate industry experts with years of experience in the agricultural sector. Our teachers understand the manual aspects of the job and are ahead of the game in innovation and tech, preparing you for the future of farming in Australia.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 12 elective units from the list below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • AHCWHS202
    Participate in workplace health and safety processes
    UNIT CODE :
    AHCWHS202
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to recognise and report hazards in the workplace, and follow workplace health and safety procedures and directions.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Participate in workplace health and safety processes

  • UNIT CODE
  • AHCWRK211
    Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
    UNIT CODE :
    AHCWRK211
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in environmentally sustainable work practices.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

  • UNIT CODE
  • AHCWRK212
    Work effectively in industry
    UNIT CODE :
    AHCWRK212
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to work effectively within an industry on an individual basis and within a work team, including observing employment requirements and accepting responsibility for quality of own work.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Work effectively in industry

  • UNIT CODE
  • AHCWRK213
    Participate in workplace communications
    UNIT CODE :
    AHCWRK213
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in workplace communications.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Participate in workplace communications

CAMPUS APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS DELIVERY MODE
Roma
Traineeship
  • WORKPLACE

    Workplace

  • DROP IN DAYS

    Drop in days

  • BLOCK TRAINING

    Block training

  • DAY RELEASE

    Day release

  • MOBILE VAN

    Mobile van

  • Online

    Online

Toowoomba
Traineeship
  • WORKPLACE

    Workplace

  • DROP IN DAYS

    Drop in days

  • BLOCK TRAINING

    Block training

  • DAY RELEASE

    Day release

  • MOBILE VAN

    Mobile van

  • Online

    Online

Charleville
Traineeship
  • WORKPLACE

    Workplace

  • DROP IN DAYS

    Drop in days

  • BLOCK TRAINING

    Block training

  • DAY RELEASE

    Day release

  • MOBILE VAN

    Mobile van

  • Online

    Online

CAMPUS APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS DELIVERY MODE
Kingaroy
Traineeship
  • WORKPLACE

    Workplace

  • DROP IN DAYS

    Drop in days

  • BLOCK TRAINING

    Block training

  • DAY RELEASE

    Day release

  • MOBILE VAN

    Mobile van

  • Online

    Online

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Certificate II in Agriculture (AHC20122)

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Certificate II in Agriculture

COURSE CODE: AHC20122
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

To study a traineeship program you must be indentured as a trainee with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide necessary human and physical resources to qualify for a trainee.

Find out more on how to become an apprentice or trainee

 

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.

This includes having access to and wearing:

  • appropriate attire including cotton long sleeved shirts and trousers
  • safety footwear compliant with the Australian Standard AS 2210
  • safety glasses
  • a broad brimmed hat

If you are completing horse related units, you may also be required to have access to

  • your own safety helmet (compliant with Australian Standard AS/NZS 3838)
  • appropriate riding boots
  • relevant tack (including farrier equipment)
  • horses suitable for practical classes.

More details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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