UQ Skills

AHC32816

Certificate III in Rural Operations

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

The Certificate III in Rural Operations AHC32816 provides practical training across agriculture, horticulture and conservation, and land management.

It will develop nationally recognised skills through a mix of theory and practical learning, and prepare you for the workforce.

Delivery mode

UQ Skills offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


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 On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable

Career opportunities

The Certificate III 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

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

Bore Runner

A Bore Runner makes sure the watering points on large cattle stations are working properly so livestock always have access to fresh water. You’ll t...

Avg yearly income $49,920
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.