Station Hand Courses in Wollongong
There are 4 courses available within the Wollongong area for people who want to become a station hand.
AHC20122
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Farmhand
Station Hand
Piggery Attendant
Nursery Hand
Poultry Farm Worker
Nurseryperson
Beekeeper
Apiarist
Get qualified as a farm hand (without a work placement) by enrolling in the AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture. This nationally recognised training course will teach you how to work safely on a farm — operating a range of machinery (motorbikes, tractors) and carrying out standard jobs (mustering, marking livestock, fencing, weed control). The course takes 9 months to complete and is delivered via a mix of online components, face-to-face, and practical sessions.
Enquire now for the next batch intake dates and your eligibility for government funded training..
Average duration: 12 months.
AHC30221
On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Farmhand
Station Hand
Get a job at a dairy farm with the AHC30221 Certificate III in Dairy Production. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the operational requirements of a working dairy farm and will teach you how to use a range of industrial milking machines and feeding apparatus. Competencies include: coordinating milking operations, using chemicals to control pests and weeds, carrying out routine servicing of milking equipment, carrying out livestock feeding, assisting with calving, rearing newborn calves, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
AHC30122
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Farmhand
Station Hand
Piggery Attendant
Nursery Hand
Poultry Farm Worker
Nurseryperson
The AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture prepares you for a career in agriculture and for immediate work as a farmhand or station worker. Over 12 months you will learn how to work safely on farms and other agricultural worksites — while choosing study electives in crop management, livestock handling, farm machinery operation and maintenance, fencing and pest control.
Enquire now for the latest delivery options (on-campus/distance learning) and opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 12 months.
AHC32822
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Farmhand
Station Hand
Bore Runner
Garden Labourer
Landscape Labourer
Get the skills you need to work with crops, livestock, and farm machinery with the AHC32822 Certificate III in Rural Operations. Graduates of this nationally recognised training course will be qualified for work as a senior farmhand. Over 12 months of classroom and on-the-job training you will learn how to identify, mark and muster livestock; implement animal health programs; work with pesticides and chemicals; construct and maintain fences; safely operate quad bikes, tractors, and other farm machinery.Enquire now for a list of training centres and for information about completing this course as an international student..
Average duration: 12 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I become a station hand?
To become a station hand in Wollongong, you may want to consider completing the Certificate II in Agriculture. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.
What study modes are available?
Job Pathways
Here are some potential career pathways within livestock and animal production. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.