Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Shearing
Certificate II in Shearing
AHC21310
D463
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/06/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides an entry level occupational outcome in shearing. It recognises the work of an improver shearer who is able to shear sheep to an acceptable industry standard. The shearing industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Completion of nine (9) units made up of:- eight (8) core units and
- one (1) elective unit,
- a maximum of one (1) unit may be selected from units aligned to Certificates II or III in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed training package or accredited course. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in the shearing industry.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7211 | AHCSHG201A | Crutch sheep | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7215 | AHCSHG205A | Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D7307 | AHCWRK209A | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7092 | AHCOHS201A | Participate in OHS processes | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D7216 | AHCSHG206A | Prepare handpiece and downtube for machine shearing | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D7214 | AHCSHG204A | Shear sheep to improver level | 150 | Unit of competency |
| D7213 | AHCSHG203A | Shear sheep to novice level | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D7302 | AHCWRK204A | Work effectively in the industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Unit
A maximum of one (1) unit may be selected from units aligned to Certificates II or III in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed training package or accredited course.
Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in the shearing industry.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S371 | RTE20403 | Certificate II in Shearing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCY3 | AHC21316 | Certificate II in Shearing | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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