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Shearing School
Course Duration:
Over 6 days with 2 follow up visits
Training Location:
Statewide Victoria
Commencement dates:
Flexible start times throughout the year
Study Level:
Certificate II
Entry Requirements:
There are no entry requirements for this qualification
Study Area:
Wool and Sheep
About the course:
This program is usually delivered in a structured shearing environment and will provide beginners with the basics of shearing and create a solid foundation for a successful career in the Wool Industry. The program provides training techniques to increase speed and the quality of the individual’s workmanship. Immediate improvements and benefits will be gained by those attending.
What are the Career Outcomes:
Possible job opportunities relevant to this qualification are Professional Shearer, Shearing Instructor and the opportunity to acquire a visa to travel the world, compete in local and international shearing competitions.
How do I gain a Qualification:
RIST is registered to provide Nationally Recognised Training throughout Victoria. Students who attend a RIST course have the opportunity to gain competencies from recognised qualifications on successful completion of the training
What do I study?:
Units of Competency:
Certificate II in Shearing
AHCOHS201A - Follow OHS procedures
AHCWRK202A - Observe environmental work practices
AHCWRK204A - Work effectively in industry
AHCWRK205A - Participate in workplace communications
AHCSHG206A - Prepare handpiece and downtube for machine shearing
AHCSHG205A - Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing
AHCSHG201A - Crutch sheep
AHCSHG204A - Shear sheep to an improver level
Certificate II in Wool Handling
AHCOHS201A - Follow OHS procedures
AHCWRK202A - Observe environmental work practices
AHCWRK204A - Work effectively in industry
AHCWRK205A - Participate in workplace communications
AHCWOL201A - Pen sheep
AHCWOL202A - Perform board duties
AHCWOL203A - Assist with pressing wool
AHCSHG202A - Assist in preparing for shearing and crutching
Can I get Credit for previous study/experience?:
RIST offers the opportunity for students to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) in all nationally recognised training that RIST is able to offer.
When can I start?:
Hamilton, 26 - 30 March 2012
Coleraine - March 2012 (dates to be confirmed)
Hawkesdale, 1 - 5 April 2012
To register, contact Marjorie Carpenter
mcarpenter@rist.com.au or 1800 883 343
How do I apply?:
Contact RIST for an enrolment form or click on the button above to download the form.
email: info@rist.com.au
Freephone: 1800 883 343
Phone: 03 5573 0943
Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Fees and Charges:
For eligible participants, this training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
The State Government is responsible for setting the tuition fees for Government funded training offered by RIST. The tuition fee, including acceptable concessions, is documented in the Ministerial Direction on Fees and Charges and this document is reviewed on an annual basis by the Government.
In addition to the Government funded training, RIST also delivers a range of commercial programs which are operated on a fee for service basis. Fees and charges for this type of training are not governed by the Ministerial Direction.
Please contact the RIST Centre if you require more information regarding course fees.
Further Information:
Marjorie Carpenter
Shearing and Wool program Coordinator
mcarpenter@rist.com.au
ph: 03 5573 0943
Freephone: 1800 883 343