Certificate II in Wine Industry Operations
Get started in an exciting career within Australia's world class wine production industry with this introductory course, and get the essential skills and knowledge required for entry-level employment,
With Western Australia's wines being recognised all over the world as top class, this is an exciting industry to be part of. The Certificate II in Wine Industry Operations is a nationally recognised accredited qualification that will give you the essential skills and knowledge required for entry-level employment in the wine industry.
You'll learn about production and production support in a winery or vineyard, including:
- tending, maintaining and growing vines;
- picking and crushing grapes for the production of wine;
- process tasks in bottling and packaging, cellar operations and laboratory testing;
- customer service tasks and cellar door service; and
- tasks related to viticulture, harvesting and post-harvesting.
You will also learn about health and safety, and gain teamwork skills.
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
- VET for secondary students
- STEM
Industry areas
- Animals, Science and the Environment
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
Study areas
- Horticulture and Conservation
- Wine Industry Operations
Course ID
- National ID: FBP20521
- WA State ID: BHA3
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.
Cultivate a career in wine operations with this nationally recognised qualification which will prepare you for entry into the industry and future study into a Certificiate III.
Be trained by industry specialists on campus and with local wine producers at the vineyards. Become equipped with technical training and communications skills to begin a career in viticulture.
Learn the step-by-step process on how to harvest grapes, grape vine pruning and maintenance, and how to diagnose and treat plant diseases and disorders. Build an introductory skillset in tasting wine and assessing style, as well as vineyard operations.
The career path offers opportunities to work in stunning vineyards in the great outdoors, whilst building skills to communicate with customers from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. At South Metropolitan TAFE your fees are inclusive of all training products and equipment for the entirety of your course.
Delivery location
The South West of WA is celebrated for its world-class wine region and premium wine production. This course opens the door to a rewarding career in the wine industry, providing a pathway to entry-level roles such as vineyard assistant, winery hand, or cellar door attendant.
Cultivate a career in wine operations through a traineeship with this nationally recognised qualification, designed to support entry into the industry and future progression to a Certificate III in Viticulture.
As a trainee, you'll gain hands-on experience working with local wine producers while also receiving expert guidance through structured training on campus. This combination of real-world learning and technical instruction will equip you with the practical and communication skills needed to thrive in the viticulture industry.
Learn the step-by-step processes involved in grape harvesting, vine pruning and maintenance, and how to identify and manage plant diseases and disorders. You’ll also begin to develop foundational skills in wine tasting, assessing wine styles, and understanding vineyard operations.
This traineeship opens up opportunities to work in beautiful vineyard environments while building confidence in engaging with customers from a wide range of backgrounds.
Delivery location
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
With Western Australia's wines being recognised all over the world as top class, this is an exciting industry to be part of. The Certificate II in Wine Industry Operations is a nationally recognised accredited qualification that will give you the essential skills and knowledge required for entry-level employment in the wine industry.
You'll learn about production and production support in a winery or vineyard, including:
- tending, maintaining and growing vines;
- picking and crushing grapes for the production of wine;
- process tasks in bottling and packaging, cellar operations and laboratory testing;
- customer service tasks and cellar door service; and
- tasks related to viticulture, harvesting and post-harvesting.
You will also learn about health and safety, and gain teamwork skills.
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
- VET for secondary students
- STEM
Industry areas
- Animals, Science and the Environment
- Agriculture, Animals, Science and the Environment
Study areas
- Horticulture and Conservation
- Wine Industry Operations
Course ID
- National ID: FBP20521
- WA State ID: BHA3
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.
Cultivate a career in wine operations with this nationally recognised qualification which will prepare you for entry into the industry and future study into a Certificiate III.
Be trained by industry specialists on campus and with local wine producers at the vineyards. Become equipped with technical training and communications skills to begin a career in viticulture.
Learn the step-by-step process on how to harvest grapes, grape vine pruning and maintenance, and how to diagnose and treat plant diseases and disorders. Build an introductory skillset in tasting wine and assessing style, as well as vineyard operations.
The career path offers opportunities to work in stunning vineyards in the great outdoors, whilst building skills to communicate with customers from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. At South Metropolitan TAFE your fees are inclusive of all training products and equipment for the entirety of your course.
Delivery location
The South West of WA is celebrated for its world-class wine region and premium wine production. This course opens the door to a rewarding career in the wine industry, providing a pathway to entry-level roles such as vineyard assistant, winery hand, or cellar door attendant.
Cultivate a career in wine operations through a traineeship with this nationally recognised qualification, designed to support entry into the industry and future progression to a Certificate III in Viticulture.
As a trainee, you'll gain hands-on experience working with local wine producers while also receiving expert guidance through structured training on campus. This combination of real-world learning and technical instruction will equip you with the practical and communication skills needed to thrive in the viticulture industry.
Learn the step-by-step processes involved in grape harvesting, vine pruning and maintenance, and how to identify and manage plant diseases and disorders. You’ll also begin to develop foundational skills in wine tasting, assessing wine styles, and understanding vineyard operations.
This traineeship opens up opportunities to work in beautiful vineyard environments while building confidence in engaging with customers from a wide range of backgrounds.
Delivery location
Cultivate a career in wine operations with this nationally recognised qualification which will prepare you for entry into the industry and future study into a Certificiate III.
Be trained by industry specialists on campus and with local wine producers at the vineyards. Become equipped with technical training and communications skills to begin a career in viticulture.
Learn the step-by-step process on how to harvest grapes, grape vine pruning and maintenance, and how to diagnose and treat plant diseases and disorders. Build an introductory skillset in tasting wine and assessing style, as well as vineyard operations.
The career path offers opportunities to work in stunning vineyards in the great outdoors, whilst building skills to communicate with customers from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. At South Metropolitan TAFE your fees are inclusive of all training products and equipment for the entirety of your course.
Locations
The South West of WA is celebrated for its world-class wine region and premium wine production. This course opens the door to a rewarding career in the wine industry, providing a pathway to entry-level roles such as vineyard assistant, winery hand, or cellar door attendant.
Cultivate a career in wine operations through a traineeship with this nationally recognised qualification, designed to support entry into the industry and future progression to a Certificate III in Viticulture.
As a trainee, you'll gain hands-on experience working with local wine producers while also receiving expert guidance through structured training on campus. This combination of real-world learning and technical instruction will equip you with the practical and communication skills needed to thrive in the viticulture industry.
Learn the step-by-step processes involved in grape harvesting, vine pruning and maintenance, and how to identify and manage plant diseases and disorders. You’ll also begin to develop foundational skills in wine tasting, assessing wine styles, and understanding vineyard operations.
This traineeship opens up opportunities to work in beautiful vineyard environments while building confidence in engaging with customers from a wide range of backgrounds.
Locations
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
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