GOTAFE

AHCSS00074

Agricultural Chemical Skill Set

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This skill set describes the skills and knowledge required to transport, handle, store, prepare, and apply chemicals. This AusChem-certified Skills Set provides the required training for many farm industry Quality Assurance programs and is necessary to apply for the Victorian Agricultural Chemical Users Permit (ACUP).

It covers the transportation, handling, storage, safe preparation and application of liquid chemical mixes and/or granular products for the control of weeds, pests and diseases across a range of industry sectors.

Students gain knowledge and skills through theory as well as hands on practical experience during their scheduled class time.

Delivery mode

GOTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • 260 Wanganui Road, Shepparton

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $426 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$426
Full Fee Tuition:
$426
Enquire with GOTAFE to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 2 Days
Estimated fee* $0 - $426 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Agricultural Chemical Skill Set will prepare you for the following roles.

Farmer

A Farmer runs a primary production business producing goods for sale to market. You might be employed in a range of farming industries including li...

Avg yearly income $82,004
Entry barriers Low

Horticulturalist

A Horticulturalist works in a range of different fields to cultivate green areas or help other people select plants. You might work with farmers to...

Avg yearly income $68,900
Entry barriers Low

About GOTAFE

GOTAFE is the largest vocational education provider in regional Victoria. Offering over 130 courses across eight campuses, GOTAFE services 11 local government areas with an estimated resident population of over 240,000 people. We service more than 9,000 students per year on average, employ over 500 staff, and we are an intrinsic part of the communities that we serve.