Build a career in Australia's agriculture industry as a wool handler, with the job ready skills and knowledge needed to assist with wool handling and production in a shearing shed.
Australia's wool industry is strong, with Western Australia's wool and fleece product considered some of the best quality in the world. Skilled wool handlers are in high demand, and this nationally recognised and accredited qualification is just what you need to take advantage of the great job opportunities in this industry.
You'll gain skills in penning sheep; performing board duties; assisting with pressing wool; and preparing sheep for shearing and crutching. You'll also learn about wool types and grades; first aid; effective communication and teamwork; responding to emergencies; and safety in the workplace.
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.
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When you complete this course you will be ready for a career as a Shearing Shed Hand or Wool Handler. You will have the skills and knowledge to handle wool and work in a shearing shed. You will learn skills penning sheep, performing board duties, pressing wool, and preparing sheep for shearing and crutching. You will also learn about first aid, effective communication, responding to emergencies, and safety in the workplace.
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