All States Training
Use firearms for pest control activities from aircraft
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct pest control activities from the air using firearms. This unit applies to individuals who work under broad direction and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection and use of available resources.
Delivery mode
All States Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 108 Dunmall Drive, Oakhurst, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Possess a Current Weapons (Firearms) License from your State/Territory (Min Cat B)
- Have a Current (within 6 months)10618NAT Weapons (Firearms) Safety Course for Category C/D
- Have a thorough understanding of animal control and wildlife welfare responsibilities
- Have a thorough understanding and demonstrated application of Safe responsible firearms ownership
- Have a current Driver’s License
- Have no previous violations or orders that would preclude participation as an unfit person as specified in the relevant State/Territory Weapons Act and Regulations.
- Be familiar with and demonstrate field application of Risk Management and mitigation strategies
- Undertake a criminal background check prior to enrolment
- Have a current Aviation Reference Number and Approval from CASA.
- Have SOA award for AHCPMG304 use firearms to humanely destroy animals or industry equivalence
- Demonstrate at least two years in the field professional shooting experience with testimonials from employers/contractors
- Current First Aid Certificate
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Use firearms for pest control activities from aircraft will prepare you for the following roles.
Pest Controller
A Pest Controller uses various techniques to eradicate vermin and insects from a premises. You might use baits, chemicals, pesticides or firearms t...
Biosecurity Officer
A Biosecurity Officer performs a range of duties to prevent negative impacts from environmental pests and diseases. You might work at a border chec...
Land Manager
A Land Manager oversees the use of natural resource areas including conservation zones and development precincts. You might work for a government d...
Pest Control Technician
A Pest Control Technician removes insects and vermin from an area using a range of pest management strategies. You might eradicate pests from resid...
Wildlife Management Officer
A Wildlife Management Officer plays a crucial role in the conservation and management of wildlife populations and their habitats, contributing sign...
Park Ranger
A Park Ranger works in a national park, natural recreational reserve or other site of cultural significance. You’ll ensure these areas are properly...
About All States Training
All States Training (AST) was started in 1995 when Barry Wadsworth “Lead Trainer”, identified a significant need in the market for high quality training relating to the safe operation of large and small construction and rural machinery and equipment, through to workplace health and safety standards.
