Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Shearing
Certificate IV in Shearing
AHC41210
D511
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 15/10/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification relates to shearing at the professional level. This requires a high standard of workmanship at a rate of at least 120 sheep per day.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSTo be eligible to enrol in this qualification applicants must be able to demonstrate shearing skills and knowledge at Certificate III in Shearing level by completion of that certificate or by Recognition of Prior Learning.
PACKAGING RULES
Completion of eight (8) core units.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7229 | AHCSHG403A | Account for shearing shed supplies | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7227 | AHCSHG401A | Apply advanced shearing techniques | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D7228 | AHCSHG402A | Conduct equipment experting for machine shearing | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D7222 | AHCSHG303A | Maintain and service shearing handpieces | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7094 | AHCOHS401A | Maintain occupational health and safety (OHS) processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7223 | AHCSHG304A | Shear sheep to professional level | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D7321 | AHCWRK403A | Supervise work routines and staff performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S398 | RTE40403 | Certificate IV in Shearing | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible to enrol in this qualification applicants must be able to demonstrate shearing skills and knowledge at Certificate III in Shearing level by completion of that certificate or by Recognition of Prior Learning.
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