South West TAFE

AHC41316

Certificate IV in Wool Classing (Traineeship)

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Do you want to be responsible for providing premium quality wool to the Australian market? The Certi?cate IV in Wool Classing will equip you with skills needed to manage all shearing shed operations or apply for job opportunities in the wool buying, marketing and production industries. As a SWTAFE wool graduate, you will be eligible to apply to the Australian Wool Exchange for registration as an Australian Wool Classer. You will be a specialist in grouping ?eece according to length and thickness, quality, colour, strength and cleanliness.

Delivery mode

South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Locations
  • 200 Ballarat Road Hamilton

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

You need to be employed in this field as an apprentice or trainee before commencing this course.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $14,550 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:
$14,550
Full Fee Tuition:
$14,550
Enquire with South West TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $14,550 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Wool Classing (Traineeship) will prepare you for the following role.

Wool Classer

A Wool Classer works in a shearing shed to classify wool ready for market. You’ll appraise wool according to qualities such as strength, thickness,...

Avg yearly income $57,200
Entry barriers Low

About South West TAFE

South West TAFE is a world-class educator in an idyllic regional setting at the heart of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road region.

As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.

We offer over 150 nationally-recognised qualifications and short courses, and all are delivered by people with practical experience and backed by strong industry connections.