Accreditation
Contribution towards VCE: VM
It is mandated that students studying VCE: VM complete 180 hours of a VET course in a Certificate II or above. This will contribute 2 VET credits towards a student’s program.
Contribution towards VPC
Students studying VPC may choose to include a VET program, however it is not mandated
Contribution towards VCE
Students will be eligible for two or more units at Units 1 and 2 level and a Units 3 and 4 sequence.
ATAR Contribution
Students who receive a Units 3 and 4 sequence will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10 per cent of the lowest study score of the primary four studies).
No Scored Assessment Available
National Accreditation
CERTIFICATE II IN AGRICULTURE
COURSE CODE: AHC20116
Skillinvest | RTO code: 4192
What Will You Learn?
The AHC20122 Certificate III in Agriculture is delivered both on and off the job in a partnership arrangement betweenLongerenong College, businesses and particpating schools and normally takes two years to complete.
The aim of the program is to provide participants with skills in a range of industries which will lead on to further study or will enhance opportunities for employment in a range of industries including intensive animal production, broadacre cropping and agribusiness.
As a part of the agriculture package, Skillinvest also include a selection of specialised skills units giving students a bonus pack of units at the conclusion of their course.
Fees & Equipment
Study & Career Pathways
Potential Study Options
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AHC31022 Certificate III (apprenticeship or full-time study)
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AHC51920 Diploma of Agronomy (full or part time or online)
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AHC51422 Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness management
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Degree and post graduate study
Potential Career Paths (Further study likely to be required)
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Farm overseer/manager
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Agronomist or Livestock agent
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Precision Agriculture consultant
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Agribusiness professional, Rural merchandiser or marketing specialist
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Agricultural research assistant or Scientist
Potential Career Paths (With or without further study)
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Farmhand or Feedlot assistant
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Shearing shed hand or rouseabout
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Farm machinery operator/contractor
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Fencing contractor
Program Delivery
Delivered over two years
Location : Longerenong College
Contact Days/Hours : Every Wednesday 9.30am to 3.00pm
Workplacement
Students are required to work in a farm setting.
Clothing/Equipment/OH&S and Materials Fee
Closed boots and appropriate clothing for weather required.
Select fees to be paid by DE for students attending public schools. Independent and Catholic schools will discuss fees with their families.