Bendigo TAFE

AHC30122

Certificate III In Agriculture

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This entry-level qualification provides individuals the opportunity to develop a general vocational outcome in agriculture. It provides the skills and knowledge to perform a variety of tasks in relation to cropping, plant nutrition, intensive horticulture and mixed farming enterprise skill set. Individuals with this qualification perform tasks in a variety of contexts, which involve some judgement in selecting and maintaining equipment and services. Job roles vary across different industry sectors and may include: Farm or station hand/worker Roustabout Fencing contractor Chemical handling Machine maintenance No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Delivery mode

Bendigo TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

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

Locations
  • 62-104 Charleston Road, Bendigo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $12,883 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
SA, VIC
  • SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with Bendigo TAFE to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Bendigo TAFE.
Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $12,883 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III In Agriculture 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

Station Hand

A station hand is hired to help with the daily duties on a large agricultural property. Your work will depend a lot on the type of station you’re w...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Piggery Attendant

A Piggery Attendant works on the everyday tasks needed in the operation of a piggery. Attendants will have to get hands-on with the breeding and ra...

Avg yearly income $60,996
Entry barriers Low

Nursery Hand

A Nursery Hand works on the daily tasks needed to successfully run a plant nursery. Your role might require you to help propagate or cultivate plan...

Avg yearly income $52,000
Entry barriers Low

Poultry Farm Worker

A Poultry Farm Worker assists with the daily tasks required to run a poultry farm. You might have to feed and water poultry and make sure the chick...

Avg yearly income $60,424
Entry barriers Low

Nurseryperson

A Nurseryperson propagates and cultivates plants for sale to the public or to a wholesale market. You’ll liaise with customers and tend to plants a...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About Bendigo TAFE

At Bendigo TAFE we welcome you to join us in any stage of your learning journey – whatever your age, background or career aspirations.

Operating since 1995
Legal name Bendigo Kangan Institute
RTO code 3077