Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Wool Classing
Certificate IV in Wool Classing
AHC41325
BKD7
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 11/02/2025 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification is a specialist wool classing qualification for Wool Classers and enables them to apply for registration with AWEX Ltd as a professional Australian Wool Classer.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- twelve (12) units of competency
- eleven (11) core units, plus
- one (1) elective unit.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- one (1) from the electives listed below, or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All eleven (11) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFF81 | AHCWOL410 | Class fleece wool | 120 | Unit of competency |
| OFB68 | AHCWRK318 | Comply with industry quality assurance requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OFC35 | AHCWHS302 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OFF63 | AHCWOL406 | Determine wool classing strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OFF24 | AHCWOL411 | Document a wool clip | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OFF84 | AHCWOL409 | Manage wool harvesting staff | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OFF03 | AHCWOL318 | Perform shed duties | 115 | Unit of competency |
| OFF83 | AHCWOL408 | Plan, implement and review wool harvesting and clip preparation | 135 | Unit of competency |
| OFF12 | AHCWOL309 | Prepare wool based on its characteristics for classing | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OFE95 | AHCWOL317 | Press wool for a clip | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
One (1) elective unit must be selected.
Please refer to the Packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFF32 | AHCLSK368 | Comply with industry animal welfare requirements | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFF50 | AHCSHG404 | Coordinate shearing and wool harvesting teams | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OFF82 | AHCWOL407 | Use individual fleece measurements to prepare wool for sale | 45 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDD9 | AHC41316 | Certificate IV in Wool Classing | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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