Certificate II in Shearing
As a shearer, you could travel the country and enjoy working with farmers and wool producers. With this course, you'll be qualified to shear at least 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult crossbred sheep per day.
Australia's wool industry is thriving, and we produce some of the highest quality fleece in the world right here in Western Australia.
This nationally recognised and accredited course will give you the skills and knowledge to prepare handpieces for machine shearing; position and crutch different types of sheep; maintain and service shearing equipment such as grind combs and cutters; and assist with shearing shed activities.
You'll be able to able to shear at least 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult crossbred sheep per day — the minimum standard for a novice shearer. Training is hands on, so that you can gain experience in shearing.
Completion of this course can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study. It's also an excellent pathway to an apprenticeship or traineeship in this industry.
Training options
- Low fee
- School-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SBAT)
- STEM
- VET for secondary students
Industry area
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
Study area
- Agriculture
Course ID
- National ID: AHC21316
- WA State ID: BCY3
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in the Shearing Industry and be able to shear sheep to Novice Level. You will have the skills and knowledge to prepare handpieces for machine shearing, position and crutch sheep, maintain and service shearing equipment and assist with shearing shed activities.
Delivery location
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
Australia's wool industry is thriving, and we produce some of the highest quality fleece in the world right here in Western Australia.
This nationally recognised and accredited course will give you the skills and knowledge to prepare handpieces for machine shearing; position and crutch different types of sheep; maintain and service shearing equipment such as grind combs and cutters; and assist with shearing shed activities.
You'll be able to able to shear at least 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult crossbred sheep per day — the minimum standard for a novice shearer. Training is hands on, so that you can gain experience in shearing.
Completion of this course can provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification, should you wish to pursue further study. It's also an excellent pathway to an apprenticeship or traineeship in this industry.
Training options
- Low fee
- School-based apprenticeship or traineeship (SBAT)
- STEM
- VET for secondary students
Industry area
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
Study area
- Agriculture
Course ID
- National ID: AHC21316
- WA State ID: BCY3
To find out more about doing this course at a WA TAFE college, select one of the TAFEs listed below to read their course descriptions. You'll also be able to see at which TAFE campus/es the course is delivered.
If you would like further information such as when the course is available and how to enrol, and details of course fees, or if you have questions about how the course is delivered, please follow the Find out more link to go to the TAFE's website where you will find full course details and contact information so that you can speak to the TAFE directly.
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in the Shearing Industry and be able to shear sheep to Novice Level. You will have the skills and knowledge to prepare handpieces for machine shearing, position and crutch sheep, maintain and service shearing equipment and assist with shearing shed activities.
Delivery location
When you complete this course you will be ready for a career in the Shearing Industry and be able to shear sheep to Novice Level. You will have the skills and knowledge to prepare handpieces for machine shearing, position and crutch sheep, maintain and service shearing equipment and assist with shearing shed activities.
Locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
Free support and assistance
Your local jobs and Skills Centre can provide free information, support and assistance to help you decide on the best training options to meet your goals.
Disclaimer
The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.