Agricultural Technician

An Agricultural Technician supports farming operations by assisting with crop management, soil testing, irrigation, and pest control. They conduct field experiments, maintain farm equipment, and gather data to improve agricultural productivity. Their duties include monitoring crop growth, managing fertilisation, and helping with harvest operations.

Agricultural Technicians often work on farms, research stations, or agribusinesses, requiring strong technical and analytical skills.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $75,140
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a agricultural technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHCSS00074

Agricultural Chemical Skill Set

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
2 - 3 days
$0 - $1,720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AHC30221

Certificate III in Dairy Production

On Campus, Traineeship
15 - 24 months
$13,820 - $15,113
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Associate Degree in Applied Science

On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AHCMOM217

Operate Quad Bikes

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 2 days
$0 - $720
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Agriculture and Technology (Agronomy)

On Campus
3 years
$64,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AHCMOM304

Operate Machinery and Equipment

On Campus
1 day
$0 - $700
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AHC51920

Diploma of Applied Agronomy

Online
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
AHCWHS302

Contribute to Workplace Health and Safety Processes

Online
3 months
$410
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
22650VIC

Diploma of Applied Horticultural Science

On Campus
18 months
$24,407
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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