UQ Skills

AHC21216

Certificate II in Rural Operations

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Kick-start your career in rural operations with the Certificate II in Rural Operations AHC21216.

This entry-level qualification will provide you with foundational skills to work across the agriculture or horticulture industries.

You can complete this program while still at high school, as part of UQ Skills’ High School Program.

Designed for senior secondary students (Years 10, 11 and 12), this program's training is directly related to the agricultural sector, giving you the knowledge and skills required to either join the workforce or continue on to further study.

Delivery mode

UQ Skills offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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


Locations
  • Morrison Hall (Building 8123) Gatton

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
QLD
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD 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.
Enquire with UQ Skills to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable

Career opportunities

The Certificate II in Rural Operations 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...

Avg yearly income $69,992
Entry barriers Low

Garden Labourer

A Garden Labourer assists with the care of gardens, parks and landscaped areas. You might prepare areas for planting, including levelling sites and...

Avg yearly income $49,920
Entry barriers Low

Landscape Labourer

A Landscape Labourer helps with the creation of green spaces such as parks, public areas or private residential gardens. You might prepare a site f...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

About UQ Skills

UQ Skills offers innovative applied education and training programs that equip graduates with the high-calibre skills they need to excel.

We deliver nationally accredited and unaccredited training online, face to face at UQ's Gatton and St Lucia campuses, and at partnership locations Australia wide.

UQ Skills is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO code #1511) within The University of Queensland's Faculty of Science.