Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification relates to shearing at the professional level. This requires a high standard of workmanship at a rate of at least 120 sheep per day. The shearing industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
Pathways Information
Qualification pathways
Pathways into the qualification
Certificate II in Shearing.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include, but are not limited to, Certificate IV in Shearing or Certificate IV in Agriculture.
Australian Apprenticeships
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.
Job roles
Job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Shearer - professional level
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible to enrol in this qualification applicants must be able to demonstrate shearing skills and knowledge at Certificate II in Shearing level by completion of that certificate or by Recognition of Prior Learning.
Employability Skills Summary
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
Completion of seven (7) core units.
CORE UNITS
Occupational Health and Safety
AHCOHS301A Contribute to OHS processes
Shearing
AHCSHG204A Shear sheep to improver level
AHCSHG302A Prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing
AHCSHG303A Maintain and service shearing handpieces
AHCSHG304A Shear sheep to professional level
AHCSHG305A Maintain consistent shearing performance
Work
AHCWRK305A Coordinate work site activities