Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
1 |
AHCv1.0 |
Initial release |
Qualification Description
This qualification provides an entry level occupational outcome in shearing. It recognises the work of a novice shearer who is able to shear a minimum of 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult crossbred sheep per day to an acceptable industry standard. The shearing industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.
Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Shearer - novice level
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 9
- Core Units = 9
- Elective Units = 0
Core Units
Livestock
AHCLSK217 |
Apply animal welfare principles to handling and husbandry of livestock |
Shearing
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCSHG201 |
Crutch sheep |
AHCSHG203 |
Shear sheep to novice level |
AHCSHG205 |
Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing |
AHCSHG206 |
Prepare handpiece and downtube for machine shearing |
AHCSHG210 |
Undertake basic shearing and crutching |
Work
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCWRK204 |
Work effectively in the industry |
AHCWRK209 |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Work health and safety
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCWHS201 |
Participate in work health and safety processes |
Qualification Mapping Information
This qualification is not equivalent to AHC21310 Certificate II in Shearing.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72