Livestock Handling Skill Set
Your path to working with livestock starts here
From cattle, to sheep, horses and more - learn the basics of handling and caring for livestock in this hands-on skill set.
This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.
^ Please note: Eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.
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When Semester 2, 2024.
Study Mode On campus.
Set yourself up for livestock management
This skill set will provide the knowledge to understand and manage livestock such as cattle, sheep, horses and goats. It's the perfect introductory to our Agriculture and Livestock Management courses that are available, providing you with the stepping stones into further training opportunities.
Our Livestock Handling Skill Set will have you learning about:
- Handling livestock using basic techniques
- Administering medication
- Identifying and drafting livestock
- Complying with industry animal welfare requirements.
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 2, 2024
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all four (4) units of competence listed below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCLSK205 Handle livestock using basic techniques | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AHCLSK301 Administer medication to livestock | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AHCLSK308 Identify and draft livestock | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AHCLSK331 Comply with industry animal welfare requirements | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all four (4) units of competence listed below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCLSK205 Handle livestock using basic techniques | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AHCLSK301 Administer medication to livestock | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AHCLSK308 Identify and draft livestock | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| AHCLSK331 Comply with industry animal welfare requirements | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700