Land & Animals Short Courses

This skill set describes the skills and knowledge required to transport, handle, store, prepare and apply chemicals.

Whether stepping up in the family business, diversifying farm productivity, or upskilling to meet the needs of an employer, this course will give participants the skills they need to improve the health and fertility of their herd.

This short course is designed to update and support the knowledge and skills in Artificial Insemination (AI) for people who have previously completed an AI course in the cattle industry.

A transformative two-day cultural camp for First Nations People designed to deepen their understanding of the history, stewardship, and regenerative practices of the land.

This short course is for First Nations People and centres on planting and restoration strategies, providing participants with practical skills and theoretical knowledge in climate-smart agriculture, farm planning, and restoration ecology.

A comprehensive two-day camp for First Nations People focusing on the fundamentals of seed collection of Australian native plants.

A two-day camp for First Nations People which focuses on seed propagation techniques, offering participants hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge in seed sowing, germination, and seedling care.

This short course provides an introduction to the skills and knowledge required to prepare for pregnancy testing, arrange pregnancy testing support, carry out pregnancy testing, and post-testing procedures in livestock.

This course is for people who have already completed the full Farm Chemical Users Certificate. It is recommended that people undertake a refresher course to keep up to date with changes in technology, label changes safety practices, and regulations.

This short course is designed to provide new entrants into the agriculture industry with a fundamental understanding of livestock handling techniques and best practices.

Suitable for school leavers, seasonal workers, or people wanting to enter the agriculture or horticulture industries, participants will learn about the hazards and risks of each industry, as well as employment conditions.

Drawing inspiration from the excitement of The Amazing Race, the program is meticulously curated for 8-12 participants, immersing them in dynamic activities centred around the agriculture and horticulture sectors.

This short course is designed to provide newcomers with a fundamental understanding of farm fencing techniques, materials, and best practices.

This short course delves into the critical aspects of machinery maintenance for common machinery used in the agriculture and horticulture industries.

This short course provides formal training on the safe operations of quad bikes for work-related requirements.

This course provides formal training on the safe use of side-by-side utility vehicles for work-related requirements.

This short course provides the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a telehandler, including the use of attachments and maintenance.

This short course provides nationally accredited training on the safe operations and maintenance of tractors and front-end loaders for work-related requirements.

This short course is designed to give participants an introduction to the world of dog grooming.

This 2-day short course is for anyone wanting to explore the world of dog grooming and gain some basic hands-on grooming tips.

This is a post-graduate short course and is for students who have completed any one of the 12 qualifications listed in the entry requirements. Graduates of these qualifications can apply for their microchipping licence in Victoria.

The Stable Start Program is a Racing Victoria initiative and is mandatory for those wishing to gain employment in the racing industry.

This course has been created from industry feedback as requirement for recognising and formalising the correct operation of a chainsaw.

Suitable for school leavers, seasonal workers, or people wanting to enter the agriculture or horticulture industries, participants will learn about the hazards and risks of each industry, as well as employment conditions.

Drawing inspiration from the excitement of The Amazing Race, the program is meticulously curated for 8-12 participants, immersing them in dynamic activities centred around the agriculture and horticulture sectors.

A three-day short course on greenhouse hydroponics provides valuable knowledge and skills for individuals interested in efficiently and effectively operating a greenhouse.

This short course delves into the critical aspects of machinery maintenance for common machinery used in the agriculture and horticulture industries.

This short course is intended for new winery employees typically employed before vintage/harvest.