GOTAFE

AHC51524

Diploma of Viticulture

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This course is ideal for individuals seeking to advance their careers in the viticulture industry by gaining comprehensive skills in vineyard management and grape production. This qualification prepares graduates for a range of supervisory and managerial roles in vineyards and related businesses, emphasising sustainable and efficient practices.

Participants must be either self-employed or employed at a vineyard, or have the capability to work at a vineyard to meet the course requirements.

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
  • 218 Tone Road, Wangaratta

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

GOTAFE entry requirements

  • Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy and numeracy levels for the course are met.
  • Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
  • Be employed/have access to a vineyard, vineyard manager, and vineyard records for a minimum of 2 days per week.
  • Be at least 18 years of age.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $13,098 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:
$13,098
Full Fee Tuition:
$13,098
Enquire with GOTAFE to find out more.
Study mode Blended
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $13,098 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of Viticulture will prepare you for the following roles.

Vineyard Hand

A Vineyard Hand attends to the daily duties involved in growing and harvesting grapes. Your job might involve preparing soil or planting vines and ...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Winemaker

A Winemaker oversees the process of producing wine for sale. Your duties will depend on the time of year and the stage of production the wine is at...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Vineyard Manager

A Vineyard Manager is responsible for producing a quality crop of grapes for sale or for wine production. You’ll oversee all aspects of planting, g...

Avg yearly income $95,992
Entry barriers Low

Cellar Door Manager

A Cellar Door Manager attends to the daily running of the cellar door facility at a winery. Your role will be centred around selling the wine produ...

Avg yearly income $59,800
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.