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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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!