Cambodian Skills Delivery Model
Certificate III in Shearing
KHQ-AGR3-020 · Delivery Course: KHC-AGR3-020
This qualification covers occupational outcomes for shearing at the professional level. This requires a high standard of workmanship at a rate of at least 120 adult merino sheep or 140 adult crossbred sheep per day. The shearing industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level. This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship. Job titles relevant to this qualification include: • Shearer – professional level. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in: • 8 units of competency 7 core units, plus 1 elective unit. 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: • 1 from the electives listed below, or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Core Units AHCLSK368 Comply with industry animal welfare requirements AHCSHG214 Shear sheep to improver level AHCSHG309 Prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing AHCSHG310 Maintain and service shearing handpieces AHCSHG311 Shear sheep to professional level AHCSHG312 Maintain consistent shearing performance AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes Elective Units AHCSHG404 Coordinate shearing and wool harvesting teams AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices AHCWRK318 Comply with industry quality assurance requirements BSBXCM301 Engage in workplace communication