The WA College of Agriculture is unique in that it offers accredited training alongside secondary education. As well as Certificates in Agriculture, the college offers a variety of accredited short courses for study each year.
Certificate II in Agriculture
Over the course of the two years students achieve a variety of competencies in all aspects of practical farm work which result in the attainment of this nationally recognised qualification.
RTE20103 - Pathways and specializations in:
- Beef Production
- Sheep & Wool Production
Other Qualifications Offered
| RTE20703 |
Certificate II in Rural Operations |
| RTE20603 |
Certificate II in Production Horticulture |
| RTE20303 |
Certificate II in Wool Handling |
| RTE20403 |
Certificate II in Shearing |
| RTE20503 |
Certificate II in Crutching |
| FPI 10199 |
Certificate I in Forest and Forest Products (General) |
| FPI 20105 |
Certificate II in Forest and Forest Products (Forest Growing & Management) |
| MEM 10198 |
Certificate I in Engineering |
| MEM 20198 |
Certificate II in Engineering (Production) |
| AUR 10199 |
Certificate I in Automotive |
| AUR 21799 |
Certificate II in Automotive (Mechanical) |
| SFI 10100 |
Certificate I in The Seafood Industry (Aquaculture) Units of Competencies Only |
| SFI 20100 |
Certificate II in The Seafood Industry (Aquaculture) Units of Competencies Only |
| FDF 10403 |
Certificate I in Food Processing (Wine) |
| FDF 20403 |
Certificate II in Food Processing (Wine) Units of Competencies Only |
| RTD20102 |
Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management (Natural Area Restoration & Management) |
First Aid
An accredited First Aid course is provided for all students
Shearing Short Course
Year 11 students gain experience in wool handling.
In year 12 students complete the shearing short course with an accredited training team.
Farm Safety Certificate
Year 11 students complete a farm safety course certified by Farm Safe
Driver Training
Students begin driver training in their first week at the college. The college has its own driver training vehicle and Mr Garth Roberts is a qualified driving instructor. There are two stages of licensing. In year 11 they gain a farm license to operate farm vehicles within the property. When they reach the age to have a learner's permit, students begin driver training outside the confines of the farm. Mr Roberts prepares all students for their A class driving test which is arranged by the college.
Chemical Users Certificate
All students have the opportunity of completing the "Using Chemicals Safely" course.
Bushfire Control
A bushfire control certificate is usually available through the college. |
