If you want to kick-start your career in Agriculture, a short course may be just what you need. You’ll learn all of the fundamentals that will give you the confidence to take on a higher level qualification in the future.
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Agriculture Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
This course is designed for farmers seeking to maximise return on their investment, aiming to develop the essential knowledge and skills required to run a farm, or wanting to enhance their employment prospects in the agricultural sector. It will give y...
Wildlife Veterinary Assistant Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Wildlife Conservation and Animal Healthcare are the two key skills necessary to work in this exciting industry. In this course, you will learn about general animal healthcare, first aid and rehabilitation. You will also learn about Wildlife conservatio...
Cattle Farming Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Cattle farming is a huge industry all across Australia with opportunities for people wanting to start their own cattle enterprise or expand upon their current knowledge as a cattle producer. Elements such as nutrition, production, reproduction, and dis...
Sheep And Cattle Farming Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Farming and Agriculture are huge industries across Australia with lucrative job opportunities for those people not afraid to roll up their sleeves! Sheep and Cattle farming makes up a large part of this industry with Australia boasting some of the fine...
Organic Farming Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
In the past, organic farm production was often considered as being only for radicals or hippies. Now it is seen as a viable economic move – with benefits to the farm soil, to the environment and to the purchasers of the products. An organic approach ca...
Cattle Farming Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Farming and Agriculture are huge industries across Australia with lucrative job opportunities for those people not afraid to roll up their sleeves! Cattle farming makes up a large part of this industry with Australia boasting some of the finest cattle...
Beef Cattle Farming Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Farming and Agriculture are huge industries across Australia with lucrative job opportunities for those people not afraid to roll up their sleeves. Beef Cattle farming makes up a large part of this industry with Australia boasting some of the finest Be...
Dairy Cattle Farming Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Farming and Agriculture are huge industries across Australia with lucrative job opportunities for those people not afraid to roll up their sleeves. Dairy Cattle Farming makes up a large part of this industry with Australia boasting some of the finest D...
Animal Husbandry Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
The Animal Husbandry Certificate is an entry-level course, suitable for students who wish to gain knowledge related to companion animals and livestock. Whether it be used for existing farmers for better farm management, or to improve your job and caree...
Farm Management Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Improve your capacity to more effectively manage a farm or agricultural enterprise which services farms. Farming is just as much about management as it is about animal or crop production. Through this course, learn to analyse, diagnose and make decisio...
Sheep Farming Certificate
Study method
Online
Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
Learn sheep husbandry and farming for improved farm practices in the production of wool and meat....
Online Agriculture courses also available
What is agriculture?
Agriculture involves the study and application of technology, as well as the methods of looking after and maximising returns from the environment around us. Agriculture programs can help you to understand all of the fundamentals of environmental science and how to apply it; so that you can either get started on your career, or give you a boost in further studies.
Studying agriculture
Agriculture courses can be studied in a number of different ways. Online agriculture courses are becoming increasingly popular, especially agriculture courses in distance education. These allow students to complete part or all of their studies online, so regardless of where you’re living and working, there is a course for you. There is a range of agriculture colleges in Australia, and these are known to give you a personalised, specialties education that can be incredibly valuable to employers. Meanwhile, agriculture courses or agribusiness courses at TAFE can be a fantastic way of getting your foot in the door before completing further study, and give you all the benefits of the environmental courses taught at an agriculture college without the same level of commitment.
Possible courses include:
- Certificate II in Agriculture
- Certificate III in Agriculture
- Agricultural Technology Course
- Diploma in Agriculture
- Advanced Certificate Farming
- Advanced Certificate in Agribusiness
- Animal Husbandry short course
- Farm Engineering short course
- Animal Grooming short course
There are a number of institutions that allow you study agriculture online. This is an easy, convenient way to study agriculture from all over the country, especially if you live in a rural area or cannot commit to in-person classes. If you are already experienced in agriculture, a short course in a specialty can give you extra knowledge, or formally recognise your valuable skills.
Careers in agriculture:
Working in agriculture can be extremely rewarding, whether you own your own land and resources or want to specialise in a specific area that will take you all over the country.
Potential jobs include:
- Agronomist
- Reforestation Professional
- Soil and Plant Scientist
- Farmer
- Conservationist
- Forest Ranger
- Park Ranger
- Beekeeper
Is a career in agriculture right for you?
Regardless of your current skill level, a short course in agriculture can get you started down the path to a valuable, lifelong career or hobby. To study agriculture, it is recommended that you have an interest in the environment in some capacity, and be prepared to work outdoors in any weather. If you are keen to get started on your career in agriculture, browse our list of currently available short courses now!
