Cambodian Skills Delivery Model
Certificate II in Shearing
KHQ-AGR2-011 · Delivery Course: KHC-AGR2-011
This qualification provides an entry level occupational outcome in shearing. It recognises the work of a novice shearer who is able to shear a minimum of 40 adult merino sheep or 50 adult crossbred sheep per day to an acceptable industry standard. The shearing industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level. This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: Shearer – novice level. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in: 9 units of competency 7 core units, plus 2 elective units. Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows: at least 1 from the electives listed below up to 1 from the electives listed below, or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Core Units AHCLSK234 Apply animal welfare principles to handling and husbandry of livestock AHCSHG211 Crutch sheep AHCSHG213 Shear sheep to novice level AHCSHG215 Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing AHCSHG216 Prepare handpieces and downtubes for machine shearing AHCSHG217 Undertake basic shearing and crutching AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes Elective Units AHCSHG218 Maintain own health to promote personal wellbeing in the wool harvesting industry AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCWRK212 Work effectively in industry FNSFLT212 Develop and use savings plans