Course providers in Tweed Heads
A Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40122 is perfect for students who need both farming skills and knowledge of business administration. This certificate is flexible and students can choose electives in organic farming, working with livestock, business administration, and using chemicals. The Certificate IV in Agriculture AHC40122 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
Learn moreA AHC51422 Diploma of Agribusiness Management is for students seeking careers in farming and agribusiness management. Students undertaking this diploma will develop a whole farm plan, climate risk strategies, and a business plan. The AHC51422 Diploma of Agribusiness Management is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
Learn moreA AHC50122 Diploma of Agriculture is for students seeking a career in farm and agribusiness management. This is a flexible diploma and students choose their own study units from the following speciality areas: agribusiness, livestock, cropping, business administration, safety. The Diploma of Agriculture AHC50122 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
Learn moreGet the skills you need to successfully manage and market your farm with the AHC60319 Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a broad range of skills in leadership, risk management, infrastructure planning, financial management, farm biosecurity, recruitment and staff management, strategic planning, managing capital works, land management strategies, succession planning, supply chain management, export market development, climate change risk, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, management competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Learn moreThe AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture helps you build a solid knowledge of plant establishment, soil health, and revegetation. At the same time gaining higher end skills to help you cost out projects, work within a budget, and minimise the use of chemicals. Perfect for anyone wanting their own landscaping or gardening business. Enquire now for the full list of units and enrolment instructions.
Learn moreLand a supervisor’s or management role in the Australian seafood industries with the SFI40219 Certificate IV in Seafood Post Harvest Operations. This nationally recognised qualification delivers a mix of leadership, marketing, and technical skills that will help you run a safe and productive operation. The course covers: maintaining work health and safety protocols, supervising and maintaining the food safety plan, evaluating batches of seafood, HACCP principles, conducting internal audits, managing a product recall, buying and wholesaling seafood products, analysing seafood market opportunities, and much more. Enquire now for enrolment opportunities, and the full list of study unit choices and their availability.
Learn moreGet started in the Australia’s rapidly growing aquaculture sector with the Certificate III in SFI30119 Aquaculture. This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for operational roles at aquaculture farms, hatcheries, and nurseries. The course covers: caring for aquatic animals, maintaining aquascapes, feeding, predator control, undertaking effluent treatment and waste disposal, harvest and post-harvest activities. There is also scope for gaining skills in diving operational work. Enquire now for the full list fo study units, diving elective availability, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Learn moreGet started in Australia’s seafood industries with the SFI20319 Certificate II in Seafood Post Harvest Operations. This nationally recognised training course qualifies you for work in seafood packaging and processing roles. The course will teach you how to work and communicate effectively in the seafood industry, and introduces you to the essential safety protocols. You will also learn: hygiene and sanitation processes, working with temperature controlled stock, using knives, processing seafood (fish, oysters, crustaceans, squid), operating production equipment and machines, cooking and canning, despatch and distribution. Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choice availability, and upcoming enrolment dates.
Learn moreGet a supervisor’s role in forestry operations with the FWP40121 Certificate IV in Forest Operations. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the strict safety requirements and environmental protocols when working with forest and wood products, and prepares you for a leadership role in this area. Competencies include: supervising the maintenance of property and machinery, managing the quality of wood and forest products, ensuring timber harvest meets environmental requirements, managing people and business operations, using chemicals safely, coordinating forest establishment and regeneration programs. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, forestry career outcomes, and available course openings in your area.
Learn moreThe AHC33822 Certificate III in Permaculture is a 30 week course that introduces the principles of permaculture and teaches you how to establish and maintain a permaculture system for clients (or for yourself). The course covers the essential aspects of both rural and urban permaculture systems including organic gardens and orchards, integrating plant and animal systems, managing plant pests and diseases. Enquire now for the full list of study units and the training centre nearest you.
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Entry requirements set by ASQA are the basic qualifications and criteria that students must meet before enrolling in a nationally recognised course.
These requirements ensure students have the skills and knowledge needed to undertake this course.
- There are no formal academic requirements
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Aquaculture will prepare you for the following roles.
Aquaculture Technician
An Aquaculture Technician is involved with the daily operations on an aquatic farm or hatchery. Your work will involve breeding, harvesting and tra...
Aquaculture Manager
An Aquaculture Manager oversees the general running of an aquatic farming operation or hatchery. Your role will involve everything from breeding ne...
Aquaculture Worker
An Aquaculture Worker performs a range of tasks at an aquaculture facility. You might be involved with breeding fish stock or maintaining tanks and...
Hatchery Technician
A Hatchery Technician works in aquaculture industries helping with the breeding and raising of aquatic species. You might work on a fish farm or ot...
More about Diploma of Aquaculture
The Diploma of Aquaculture in Tweed Heads is an invaluable asset for those looking to advance their careers in the aquaculture industry. This qualification equips students with essential skills and knowledge to thrive in various roles, including Hatchery Technician, Aquaculture Technician, and Fisheries Officer. Tweed Heads, situated on the scenic coast of New South Wales, offers a unique backdrop for practical learning and exposure to the thriving aquaculture sector in the region.
By completing the Diploma of Aquaculture, students will not only gain theoretical knowledge but also practical experience that will prepare them for essential industry positions such as Aquaculture Manager and Aquaculture Worker. These roles are crucial in managing aquaculture operations efficiently, ensuring sustainability, and positively impacting the local economy. Given Tweed Heads' proximity to rich marine environments, students are afforded unique opportunities to learn about sustainable practices and innovative technologies in aquaculture.
The training providers listed for the Diploma of Aquaculture are either Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) or recognised by relevant industry bodies, ensuring that students receive high-quality education and support. Enrolling in this course not only paves the way for a fulfilling career but also opens doors to further studies in related fields such as Agriculture and Fishing and Aquaculture. This integrated approach ensures graduates are well-rounded and prepared for the various challenges they may encounter in their professional journeys.