South West TAFE
Certificate II in Agriculture
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The agriculture industry will have a huge impact on the future of food security. There are a large variety of careers and employment opportunities available through studying agriculture and there is a strong demand for skilled workers, providing good pay and flexible hours. Practical indoor and outdoor work is available with opportunities to work anywhere in the world.
This course will provide the key skills you require in order to work on a farm with subjects that could include: operation and maintenance of agricultural equipment (quad bikes and tractors), livestock management and health, milking, fencing, chemical application and first aid.
Delivery mode
South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Glenormiston Road Glenormiston South Terang, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To apply for this course, you must be over 15 years of age and employed in the agriculture industry.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate II in Agriculture will prepare you for the following roles.
Farmhand
Farmhands assist with the daily work on farms including looking after livestock and tending to crops. You’ll help out with a range of tasks to keep...
Station Hand
A station hand is hired to help with the daily duties on a large agricultural property. Your work will depend a lot on the type of station you’re w...
Piggery Attendant
A Piggery Attendant works on the everyday tasks needed in the operation of a piggery. Attendants will have to get hands-on with the breeding and ra...
Poultry Farm Worker
A Poultry Farm Worker assists with the daily tasks required to run a poultry farm. You might have to feed and water poultry and make sure the chick...
Bore Runner
A Bore Runner makes sure the watering points on large cattle stations are working properly so livestock always have access to fresh water. You’ll t...
Organic Farmer
An Organic Farmer operates a farm that does not use chemicals like pesticides or herbicides when producing fruit and vegetables or grain. Organic l...
About South West TAFE
As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
