Wodonga TAFE
12 months
Certificate II in Agriculture provides essential foundation skills for a career in primary industries through 12 months of classroom and onsite training. Ideal for those seeking to develop practical expertise in livestock management, machinery operation, and sustainable farming practices.
Applicants must have basic literacy and numeracy skills, along with basic digital literacy including access to internet, email, and text messaging. Farm or agribusiness access is required; Wodonga TAFE may assist if you cannot find a workplace. Students need average fitness levels for manual tasks and equipment operation. Personal protective equipment required includes hi-vis collared shirt, work boots, and broad-brimmed hat.
The course covers comprehensive agricultural knowledge through compulsory units including livestock care and handling (sheep, beef, dairy), machinery operation (tractors, quad bikes, basic equipment), fencing installation and maintenance, soil management and plant nutrition, pasture and crop management, chemical application under supervision, weather and environmental monitoring, farm biosecurity procedures, and workplace health and safety. Training combines classroom instruction with practical workshops and onsite mentoring to develop both theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) offering accredited AQF qualifications in agriculture. The institution provides practical, industry-relevant training through experienced instructors and partnerships with local agricultural businesses. The AgSchools program offers specialized pathways for students seeking agricultural careers, with flexible delivery options including traineeship arrangements through employers.
Graduates can pursue careers as assistant animal attendants, stockpersons, assistant farm or station hands, and farm workers. The Certificate II serves as a foundation for further study in Certificate III, IV, or Diploma level agriculture courses, enabling progression to supervisory and management roles in primary industries, agribusiness, and rural operations.
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