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2020 Programs
Agribusiness Management
Captive Animals
Farm Ready Program
High Schools Program
Industry Qualifications and Skill Sets
Rural Operations
Veterinary Nursing
UQ Skills RTO Number 1511
skills-training.uq.edu.au
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CONTENTS
Why study
Why Study with UQ Skills?
AHC51416 Diploma of
Agribusiness Management
2
4
with UQ Skills?
ACM40217 Certificate IV
in Captive Animals 6
UQ Skills is a nationally accredited Registered Training
ACM40418 Certificate IV Organisation (RTO) that delivers applied rural and animal
in Veterinary Nursing 8
industry educational programs and courses to more than
AHC32816 Certificate III 600 students in any one year.
in Rural Operations 10
Farm Ready Program 12
Under The University of Queensland Short courses in various skills sets
High Schools Program 13 Faculty of Science umbrella, UQ Skills are delivered on Gatton campus (or
delivers innovative qualifications within anywhere staff, including academics and
Industry Qualifications
the training packages offered through vocational training staff with a wealth of
and Skill Sets 14
the Australian Government Department industry experience.
Support at The University of of Education and Training, from
Queensland 16 Certificate I to Advanced Diploma level.
Policies and Procedures 17 Qualifications and skill sets are delivered
through programs customised to meet
How to Enrol 17 group, industry and University needs,
including:
• Diploma of Agribusiness Management World-class facilities
• Specialist certificates aligned to the The University of Queensland Gatton
UQ Faculty of Science bachelor degree campus was established in 1897. The
programs, such as Level III and IV spacious 1068 hectare campus includes
qualifications in Rural Operations, state-of-the-art facilities such as the
• Two of our students were Veterinary Nursing, and Captive multi-million dollar School of Veterinary
Darling Downs South Animals; and the Farm Ready program Science and the Queensland Animal
West Regional Finalists for Science Precinct.
• High Schools program
Queensland Training Awards
(Certificate II) Other campus facilities include:
2018 for Vocational Student
of the Year. • Farriery program • dairy, pig, and poultry units
• Animal Control and Regulation • cropping and plant nursery
• Certificate IV Veterinary
• Numerous industry qualifications and • beef cattle teaching facility
Nursing student finalist
skill sets, including Certificate II, III • post-harvest facilities
Vocational Student of the
and IV courses in areas such as rural
Year, Queensland Training • equine unit
operations, horticulture, conservation
Awards 2017. • research laboratories
and land management, and animal
• UQ Awards for Excellence control • tractor and quad bike training facility
(2018): Finalist – UQ-GVEC • Short courses customised for • greenhouses
Delivery Team professional development, e.g. An extensive range of plant and farm
Operate Tractors machinery, sheep and goat herds and
• UQ Awards for Excellence
• Prisons program across Queensland horticultural fields is also part of the
(2017): Team Commendation
(Certificates II to III). Gatton campus. required), through
– UQ-GVEC Corrective Services
Some external programs are delivered grants or funding sourced from
Project Delivery Team.
in collaboration with government or government, commercial, industry or
industry organisations, such as Stockfeed private sectors.
Milling training.
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Support at
The University
of Queensland
Student Services Accommodation Language, Literacy
At UQ Skills we understand that Accommodation is available on and Numeracy
everyone’s educational journey is Campus. The Halls of Residence at UQ All UQ Skills students have to
different. Gatton (Halls) is the oldest and largest complete a Language, Literacy and
While studying on campus you can residential operation associated with Numeracy Support Indicator to assist in
take advantage of a range of medical, The University of Queensland, being identifying learning needs, in line with
welfare, counselling and learning established in 1897 and comprising 436 the Australian Core Skills Framework
support services, as well as numerous rooms. requirements.
sporting and recreational activities. Halls strives to offer residents a safe, As a starting point for training, the
Campus amenities include a post office, supportive and engaging environment purpose is to provide an indication of
childcare centre, bookshop and cafe, to live in while completing their studies. the level of a learner across the five
ATM, motel, library, health services Entry to Halls is competitive, so make core skills: learning, writing, reading,
facility, chaplaincy, student centre, contact as early as possible. oral communication (listening) and
licensed club and general student For information including fees please numeracy.
support services. UQ Gatton offers contact: As training packages are released and
students assistance in a range of areas, updated during the next few years it is
Halls of Residence UQ Gatton
including: learning support, counselling important to ensure that all learners are
and disability support. Phone: +61 7 5460 1215
at the appropriate level across the five
Email: halls@uq.edu.au
For more information please visit core skills by the end of training. This
Web: halls.gatton.uq.edu.au
uq.edu.au/student-services will help to ensure that students have
Student Services also provides the skills to meet the requirements of
or contact UQ Student Services during
information and a database of available the job once in the workplace.
office hours (Monday–Friday, 8.30am–
rental accommodation in the townships
4.30pm)
surrounding the campus.
Morrison Hall UQ Gatton
Phone: +61 7 5460 1046
Email: ssgatton@uq.edu.au
Working for you
You will be taught by UQ Skills’ award
winning staff, including academics and
vocational training staff with a wealth of
industry experience.
UQ SKILLS PROGRAMS 2020 iii
AHC51416
Diploma of
Agribusiness
Management
UQ Skills' Diploma program is a full-time face-to-face
nationally accredited program delivered across three
semesters in one year.
DURATION INTAKE LOCATION DELIVERY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ENROLMENT FEES
MODE OR PREREQUISITES
1 year full-time Trimester 1 Gatton Internal – No OP is needed Contact UQ Skills for an This program is funded by the
(3 trimesters) (February) campus – Five sound enrolment kit. Queensland Government under
achievements in Year Phone: 07 5460 1353 or Higher Level Skills and the following
12, including English, email: uqskills@uq.edu.au co contribution fees exist for 2020:
mathematics and a Co-contribution fee (Subsidised
science subject non-concessional) $9530
OR
A Certificate III in Co-contribution fee (Subsidised
Agriculture or Rural concessional) $8714
Operations (or Total full fee cost: $12,250
equivalent)
See also: desbt.qld.gov.
– This program
is not available au/__data/assets/pdf_
to international file/0026/7784/hls-student-
students factsheet.pdf
This innovative program equips prepared to pursue higher education VET Student Loan
graduates for a range of careers in the options within the university sector. UQ is an approved VET Student Loans
rural business and technical fields of provider. Eligible students can apply for
agriculture, including farm enterprise Working for you a loan to pay for your fees up to capped
management, agribusiness services, Students will have access to the world- amounts through the Commonwealth
rural merchandising, research support class facilities available at The University Government’s VET Student Loans scheme.
and local government. Possible job titles of Queensland Gatton campus, together The loan applies to eligible courses at
relevant to this qualification include: with training delivered by some of the the Diploma level or above. If you are
• Farm manager/administrator finest vocational teaching staff in their interested in accessing VET Student
• Production unit manager/ fields within Australia and overseas. Loans, you can find more information at:
administrator education.gov.au/vet-student-loans
Course structure for 2020*
• Station/property manager/
agribusiness manager. UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
The program suits senior high school Trimester 1
graduates (no OP is needed) or anyone AHCBUS401 Administer Finance, Insurance and Legal Requirements
who aims to gain the higher technical AHCBUS508 Prepare and Monitor Budgets and Financial Reports
skills and business-related knowledge AHCWHS501 Manage Work Health and Safety Processes
that will help you move towards a
Trimester 2
middle management career in a rural
AHCAGB501 Develop Climate Risk Management Strategies
enterprise.
AHCAGB505 Develop a Whole Farm Plan
The program is structured as a
AHCNAR506 Develop and Implement Sustainable Land Use Strategies
vocational- only award. It is delivered via
traditional classroom lectures combined AHCSOL501 Monitor and Manage Soils for Production Projects
with practical and field experience to Trimester 3
ensure all students get the most out AHCBUS501 Manage Staff
of their learning, achieve the graduate AHCBUS506 Develop and Review a Business Plan
attributes and meet the vocational AHCWRK501 Plan, Implement and Review a Quality Assurance Program
assessment standards for competency.
* Units are indicative and accurate at the time of printing and may be subject to change prior to the
Graduates will also be well qualified and commencement date
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ACM40217
Certificate IV in
Captive Animals
The Certificate IV in Captive Animals is offered to UQ Bachelor of
Wildlife Science students as an additional vocational qualification
that complements and enhances the value of their bachelor degree.
DURATION LOCATION DELIVERY MODE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS/PREREQUISITES FEES
3 years, starting in Gatton campus Internal or External Students must be enrolled in the UQ $3000 total, payable in
alignment with your Bachelor of Wildlife Science. instalments. For more
academic program This program is not available to information on fees please
international students contact UQ Skills.
A skills-based approach Students will complete the following 20 units of competency:
This industry-based qualification will
provide you with a higher level of Subject list
practical skills and essential knowledge
UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
of wildlife practice procedures. These
are attributes sought after by many ACMCAN301 Work within a Captive Animal Facility
employers in the sector, meaning you
ACMCAN302 Prepare and Present Information to the Public
will have the edge on employment
opportunities in the industry. Graduates ACMCAN303 Support Collection Management
are ready to hit the ground running. ACMCAN304 Prepare and Maintain Animal Housing
ACMCAN305 Assist with Capturing, Restraining and Moving Animals
Program overview
ACMCAN306 Monitor Animal Reproduction
The Certificate IV in Captive Animals
follows the three-year path of the ACMGAS301 Maintain and Monitor Animal Health and Wellbeing
bachelor degree. Those with an industry ACMGAS302 Provide Enrichment for Animals
background can discuss alternative ACMGAS303 Plan for and Provide Nutritional Requirements for Animals
options with their trainer.
ACMCAN402 Manage Enclosures and Exhibits
Students gain practical skills through
placement within the wildlife industry. ACMCAN404 Develop, Monitor and Review Behavioural Management Strategies
You also attend regular tutorials and ACMWHS401 Maintain Work Health and Safety Processes
hands-on practicals delivered by expert TAEDEL402 Plan, Organise and Facilitate Learning in the Workplace
staff with extensive experience in the
field, with access to the University's Electives
world-class facilities. ACMCAN310 Assist with Exhibit Design and Renovation Planning
ACMGAS205 Assist in Health Care of Animals
ACMSPE301 Provide Basic Care of Amphibians
ACMSPE302 Provide Basic Care of Birds
ACMSPE310 Provide Basic Care of Mammals
ACMSPE311 Provide Basic Care of Non-Venomous Reptiles
ACMSUS401 Implement and Monitor Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices
UQ SKILLS PROGRAMS 2020 v
ACM40418
Certificate IV in
Veterinary
Nursing
The Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing is offered to UQ Bachelor
of Veterinary Technology students as an additional vocational
qualification that boosts the value of their bachelor degree.
DURATION LOCATION DELIVERY ENTRY REQUIREMENTS/PREREQUISITES FEES
MODE
2 to 3 years, starting Gatton Internal or The Certificate II in Animal Studies is a prerequisite $3150 total for the Certificate
in alignment with your campus External for this qualification, and is offered in the first year IV, payable in instalments
academic program of the degree program for students undertaking the
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. If you already $3540 total for both the
have a Certificate II in Animal Studies, or a relevant Certificate IV and the
Certificate III level qualification, or equivalent industry Certificate II, payable in
experience, you may be eligible to begin the Certificate instalments
IV in Veterinary Nursing in the second year of your
degree program. For more information on fees
This program is not available to international students please contact UQ Skills.
Students can combine their academic Clinical knowledge and These duties include:
qualification with a vocational program experience for industry • reception and administrative duties
that enhances the value of their degree.
Knowledge and practical skills that • animal care
It is an industry-based qualification that
are not covered in the degree will be • veterinary medical and surgical
will provide you with a higher level of
covered during weekly lectures/tutorials nursing
clinical skills in working with animals,
with your trainer, and during industry
plus foundation knowledge of veterinary • veterinary clinical pathology
placements. As part of your learning
practice procedures – attributes sought procedures
experience you will participate in
after by many employers in the sector. • hygiene and infection control
placements within industry so that you
can meet assessment requirements. • veterinary anaesthetic nursing
Why do this course?
On completion you will be able to apply • technical maintenance
Enhanced clinical skills gained via the WHS and quality assurance practices
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing • veterinary radiographic procedures.
to industry standards, and perform the
are a distinct advantage in achieving duties of a veterinary nurse working
employment in the industry, with under minimal supervision.
students ready to start work as soon as
they graduate.
For students not enroled in UQ's Bachelor of Veterinary Technology this certificate qualification will be delivered through a
third party arrangement.
UQ Skills has a third party arrangement with Veterinary Nurse Solutions, trading as the Australian College of Veterinary
Nursing (‘ACVN’), to deliver ACM20117 Certificate II In Animal Studies; ACM30117 Certificate III in Animal Studies and ACM40418
Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing. In this arrangement, UQ Skills is the ‘Principal RTO’.
At all times, the Principal RTO is responsible for the quality of the training and assessment you will receive in compliance with
Standards for RTOs 2015, and for the issuance of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) certification documentation.
These Standards set out the requirements that an organisation must meet in order to be an RTO and ensure the integrity and
quality of nationally recognised training provided by registered training organisations.
For more information about our third party partner UQ Skills, go to; skills-training.uq.edu.au/about-uq-skills or training.gov.
au/Organisation/Details/1511
For more information on Veterinary Nurse Solutions, trading as the Australian College of Veterinary Nursing (‘ACVN’) visit
vetnurse.com.au/
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Subject list
UNIT CODE UNIT NAME UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
ACM40418 Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing units Elective units
ACMGAS307 Identify Animal Anatomy and Physiology for ACMCAS301 Work Effectively in Companion Animal
Animal Care Work Industries
ACMGAS308 Communicate Effectively with Clients and ACMMIC401 Implant Microchip in Cats and Dogs
Team Members ACMSPE304 Provide Basic Care of Domestic Dogs
ACMNF301 Comply with Infection Control Policies and ACMSPE305 Provide Basic Care of Domestic Cats
Procedures in Animal Care Work
ACMVET202 Carry out Daily Practice Routines ACM20117 Certificate II in Animal Studies units
ACMVET401 Coordinate Veterinary Reception Duties ACMGAS201 Work in the Animal Care Industry
ACMVET402 Apply Imaging Routines ACMGAS202 Participate in Workplace Communications
ACMVET403 Perform Clinic Pathology Procedures ACMGAS203 Complete Animal Care Hygiene Routines
ACMVET404 Perform Practice Office Procedures ACMGAS204 Feed and Water Animals
ACMVET405 Coordinate and Perform Surgical Nursing ACMGAS205 Assist in Health Care of Animals
Routines ACMGAS206 Provice Basic First Aid for Animals
ACMVET406 Nurse Animals ACMSUS201 Participate in Environmentally Sustainable
ACMVET407 Carry out Medical Nursing Procedures Work Practices
ACMVET408 Provide Nutritional Advice and Support for ACMWHS201 Participate in Workplace Health and Safety
Animals Processes
ACMVET409 Provide Specific Animal Care Advice Elective units
ACMVET410 Carry out Veterinary Dental Nursing Routines ACMNF301 Comply with Infection Control Policies and
ACMVET413 Prepare for Anaesthesia and Monitor Animal Procedures in Animal Care Work
Anaesthesia and Analgesia ACMVET202 Carry out Daily Practice Routines
ACMVET416 Assist with the Preparation of Veterinary ACMSPE304 Provide Basic Care of Domestic Dogs
Drugs
ACMSPE305 Provide Basic Care of Domestic Cats
and Poisons
ACMWHS301 Contribute to Work Health and Safety
Processes
These four elective units in Certificate II in Animal Studies will
credit into our Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing delivery
which then reduces the cost of the Certificate IV.
UQ SKILLS PROGRAMS 2020 vii
AHC32816
Certificate III in
Rural Operations
The Certificate III in Rural Operations is offered to students
enrolled in selected University of Queensland degree
programs.
DURATION ATTENDANCE LOCATION DELIVERY APPLICATIONS FEES
MODE
During your Online via Gatton Internal/ Students can apply directly to UQ Funded by the Faculty of Science
degree Blackboard, plus 2 campus External Skills. The Faculty of Science will – $0 (to approved applicants) Fee-
program, weeks block training provide several funded places; for-Service – $3500 (This includes
usually within during Semester 1 students will be notified if they are the Farm Ready Program at a cost of
first two years and 2 vacation over eligible and successful for these $500). For more information on fees
each year please contact UQ Skills.
Why do this course? Subject list 16 units of competency, including five electives:
The Certificate III in Rural Operations
UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
Program gives UQ degree students
an extra vocational qualification that Core units
will enhance the value of their degree
AHCCHM304 Transport and Store Chemicals
and provide the critical knowledge
and practical hands-on skills sought by AHCCHM307 Prepare and Apply Chemicals to Control Pest, Weeds and Diseases
future employers. AHCMOM202 Operate Tractors
The program presents a mix of theory AHCMOM216 Operate Side by Side Utility Vehicles
and practical, providing students with
AHCMOM217 Operate Quad Bikes
nationally recognised competencies in
areas such as work health and safety AHCMOM302 Perform Machinery Maintenance
(WHS), safe machine operation and AHCPMG301 Control Weeds
maintenance, animal handling and
AHCWHS301 Contribute to Work Health and Safety Processes
husbandry, and chemical use and
application. AHCWRK306 Comply with Industry Quality Assurance Requirements
AHCWRK309 Apply Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices
Enrolment AVIY3075 Control Remote Pilot Aircraft Systems in Normal Flight
The program provides additional and
Sustainable Agriculture electives*
relevant rural skills to UQ bachelor
students. There is a limited number AHCBAC305 Undertake Preparation of Land for Agricultural Crop Production
of fully-funded places available from AHCBAC306 Establish Agricultural Crops
the Faculty of Science to the students
AHCNAR201 Carry Out Natural Area Restoration Works
enrolled in various School of Agriculture
and Food Sciences (SAFS) Bachelor AHCNAR301 Maintain Natural Areas
Programs. AHCNAR303 Implement Revegetation Works
This program is not available to Animal Production electives*
international students
AHCLSK205 Handle Livestock Using Basic Techniques
AHCLSK301 Administer Medication to Livestock
AHCLSK308 Identify and Draft Livestock
AHCLSK309 Implement Animal Health Control Programs
AHCLSK331 Comply with Industry Animal Welfare Requirements
* Elective groups subject to minimal numbers.
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High schools program
UQ Skills offers training in UQ Skills offers several VETiS study options More information about VETiS
by forming a partnership with your school.
schools via the Queensland The program assists students with:
Information on the Queensland
Government’s VETiS program can be
Government’s VETiS • providing credit points towards the found at training.qld.gov.au/training/
program, attainment of a Queensland Certificate incentives/vetis.
which is available to of Education, and/or the attainment
Options after completing VETiS
students in Years 11 and 12. of a nationally recognised VET
qualification Year 12 graduates can take advantage of
Courses are delivered at The University the Queensland Government's fee-free
of Queensland Gatton campus or a • supporting young people’s transitions
training for Year 12 graduates, which
combination of school and UQ delivery. to employment, vocational and higher
provides fee-free tuition towards the
education pathways.
following qualifications:
Overview The VETiS program provides students
• AHC32816 Certificate III in Rural
with the opportunity to attain:
In 2015 UQ Skills began its program under Operations
the VET in Schools Program (VETiS), • practical experience
• AHC30116 Certificate III in Agriculture
funded by the Queensland Government. • familiarity with how workplaces
• AHC30616 Certificate III in Production
The program aims to expand operate
Horticulture
opportunities and pathways for senior • employability skills
Students have the option of participating
secondary students and expose them to • interpersonal skills in these programs through UQ Skills.
a broad range of agricultural skills via the
• specific skills for the rural career. To be eligible, Year 12 graduates need to
University of Queensland.
Training and assessment at school and/ or start training within the calendar year after
Students who undertake and complete the
The University of Queensland Gatton campus they finish Year 12. (Information current at
program receive a nationally recognised
(subject to school facilities and equipment) July 2019.)
qualification while still at school.
is provided through a combination of online
The program allows for learning which is and face-to-face delivery.
directly related to the agricultural sector
and aims to provide students with the
Cert II in Agriculture
knowledge and skills required to either
join the workforce or continue on to UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
higher education pathways.
AHCLSK205 Handle livestock using basic techniques
The training will develop skills and
AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision
knowledge in:
AVIY0027 Operate multi-rotor remote pilot aircraft systems
• livestock handling
• chemical application Cert II Rural Operations
• tractors UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
• quad bikes and UTV (side by side AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes
utility vehicles)
AHCMOM202 Operate tractors
• machinery operation and maintenance
AHCMOM302 Perform machinery maintenance
• drones. AHCMOM203 Operate basic machinery and equipment
UQ SKILLS PROGRAMS 2020 ix
Industry
qualifications
and skill sets
PROGRAM INFORMATION FUNDING
These qualifications may be accessed by direct entry. Students may be eligible for government funding to offset the cost
Upon graduation from any of these qualifications, further training of their training, under various government subsidies. For more
pathways could include the Diploma of Agribusiness Management information on the various subsidies and eligibility requirements,
please contact our helpful team at uqskills@uq.edu.au or phone 07
5460 1353
Qualifications Why enrol with UQ Skills? Courses
UQ Skills is able to provide training and Students will gain essential skills and Course prices are available upon
assessment in the following courses* – critical knowledge to equip them for application, and may vary for group or
there are no admission requirements. careers in a range of industry arenas, large group bookings. Courses include:
including horticulture, livestock production
Certificate II Operate Tractors
and conservation and land management.
• AHC21216 Certificate II in Rural Safe tractor operation principles, including
All trainers are respected experts in their
Operations procedures and guidelines, work health
field. You will gain expertise in areas
• AHC20116 Certificate II in Agriculture and safety, and risk management.
such as work health and safety, crop
• AHC20316 Certificate II in Production production, machinery maintenance, Operate Side by Side Utility Vehicles
Horticulture livestock handling, chemicals, tractors and How to prepare and operate a side by side
• AHC21016 Certificate II in Conservation drones. utility vehicle used for general transport,
and Land Management carrying loads, towing small trailers and
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) mustering stock.
Certificate III
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is
• AHC32816 Certificate III in Rural Maintain and Operate Chainsaws
available to students. It takes into account
Operations any previous study, work or life experience Hazards, personal protection, safe
• AHC30116 Certificate III in Agriculture in relation to the competencies being operation of chainsaws, and scheduled
studied, which means you may be able maintenance.
• AHC30616 Certificate III in Production
Horticulture to apply for credits in certain units. There Coordinate Machinery Equipment,
are administrative costs involved with this Maintenance & Repair/Small Engines
• AHC31416 Certificate III in Conservation
process.
and Land Management Learn the principles of internal
• ACM30117 Certificate III in Animal combustion engines, including the
Skill sets identification of major components, 2- and
Studies
UQ Skills offers an exciting and diverse 4-stroke engine cycles, and basic engine
Certificate IV range of skill sets that can be tailored to maintenance, repairs and diagnostic skills.
• AHC40316 Certificate IV in Production suit any group’s needs.
Operate Quad Bikes
Horticulture The courses usually run for one to three
The safe operation of quad bikes in off-
• AHC40916 Certificate IV in days at The University of Queensland
road conditions.
Conservation and Land Management Gatton campus, but may run for longer
• AHC40116 Certificate IV in Agriculture and can be arranged elsewhere, perhaps Pesticide User Training
on- farm or in your workplace. Weed control, plant pests, diseases,
• ACM40117 Certificate IV in Animal
Control and Regulation disorders, chemical preparation/
application, transport, storage, labels, SDS,
• ACM40818 Certificate IV in Farriery
and recording.
* Courses are subject to change; information correct at the time of printing.
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Enterprise
Trainer-Presenting
Skill Set
This short course is suited to those who do or wish to train
others in the workplace with nationally recognised (accredited)
units of competency
DURATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS COMMENCEMENT DELIVERY MODE LOCATION FEES
Self-paced RPL There are no formal entry You may apply for entry RPL (Online) Gatton Course cost
assessment pathway requirements for this into the RPL program at campus - $550. For more
with a maximum course. However, UQ Skills any point. information on fees
enrolment duration of will determine the RPL
6 months. suitability of each candidate. please contact UQ
Skills.
Get your career off to a flying start By the end of this course you will be able to
Want to get into the Vocational • Plan and deliver effective training sessions and instruction for a range of workplaces
Education Industry? Not yet ready to and contexts
commit to a full qualification to be a • Design and delivery effective presentations to individuals or groups
Trainer and Assessor? Then start your
career prospects by completing an Overview
accredited skill set.
This skill set comprises two units of competency which can also contribute towards
This Enterprise Trainer-Presenting Skill full training and assessment qualifications such as the TAE40116 Cert IV in Training and
Set is a necessary minimum credential Assessment.
to work as a Trainer under supervision
(RTO standards 2015, Clause 1.17-1.20)
for those without the full relevant Units covered in the skill set are:
Certificate IV or Diploma Qualifications.
This short course is suited to those UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
who do or wish to train others in the BSBCMM401 Make a presentation
workplace with nationally recognised
TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
(accredited) units of competency.
UQ SKILLS PROGRAMS 2020 xiAHCSS00030
Farm Business
Management
Skill Set
The Farm Business Management skill set is an accredited, national
recognised credential that is designed to meet the needs of
business owners, managers or workers to acquire the skills and
knowledge to manage farm business and business risks
DURATION ENTRY REQUIREMENTS COMMENCEMENT LOCATION DELIVERY MODE FUNDING
2 weeks There are no formal Contact UQ Skills for Gatton Blended Delivery The Queensland Government’s
(2 days each entry requirements for delivery dates and campus (Combination of Department of Employment, Small
week). this course. However, locations. face to face and Business and Training are offering
applicant must be an online) funding towards this skill set for
owner, manager or worker eligible people under the Higher Level
of a farm in Queensland. Skills Program. If you are an owner
of, manager of or worker on a farm
in Queensland you may be able to
access funding for the majority of this
program.
Looking for a short-accredited • How to apply knowledge of Pathways Information
course to gain or enhance your skills business structures and stakeholder As this course is nationally recognised
in rural business development and relationships to drive business under the Australian Qualifications
management? Maybe you have performance in a cost-effective Framework, graduates are eligible to
considered acquiring a new supply chain manner. peruse further study with advanced
or growing an existing production line? • Advanced skills to analyse business standing (credit) towards a number of
Possibly even struggling to manage performance and achieve business qualifications in the AHC Agriculture,
existing business activities in a cost sustainability Horticulture, Conservation and Land
and time efficient manner? If this Management Training Package,
• How to implement effective
sounds like you then the Farm Business including:
marketing strategies to drive sales
Management course is the perfect
and support growth • AHC40116 Certificate IV in
balance between gaining the skills to
• The financial and operational skills to Agriculture
immediately apply in the industry whilst
not having to undertake a lengthy study manage and improve a farm business • AHC41019 Certificate IV in
commitment. Agribusiness
• AHC51419 Diploma of Agribusiness
You will learn
Management
• The key steps to effectively develop,
monitor, manage and review Program overview
farm business operations and
This skill set comprises four units of competency
performance in line with relevant
legislation and codes of practice. UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
• Industry insights and strategies to
grow existing business including new AHCBUS512 Develop and implement family business structures and relationships
acquisitions AHCBUS516 Develop and review a business plan
• How to apply advanced risk AHCBUS517 Monitor and review business performance
management strategies BSBRSK501 Manage risk
xii UQ SKILLS PROGRAMS 2020Farm Ready
program
The Farm Ready program is specially developed to assist
undergraduates of the Faculty of Science agricultural and
veterinary science programs to participate in applied training to
ensure their readiness for rural and farm industry placements.
DURATION INTAKE LOCATION DELIVERY FEES
MODE
The training schedule provides Days during semester, weekends Gatton Internal, Funded by the Faculty – $0 (to
various options for students and holidays will be offered to assist campus online and approved applicants) Fee-for-
students’ attendance and completion. face-to-face Service – $500
The program provides students with Units covered in the skill set are:
nationally recognised skills in farm work
health and safety (WH&S) best practice, UNIT CODE UNIT NAME
and with hands-on skills in operating AHCMOM217 Operate Quad Bikes
and maintaining quads and side by side
vehicles. AHCMOM216 Operate Side By Side Utility Vehicles
AHCWHS201 Participate in Work Health and Safety Processes
Policies and procedures
UQ Skills programs are governed by the University of UQ policies and procedures are available through:
Queensland’s policies and procedures which will take • The University of Queensland My.UQ
precedence. These can be found in the University of Queensland
• UQ Policy and Procedure Library (PPL)
Policy and Procedure Library (PPL) and UQ Skills’ Student
Handbook which adheres to the specific requirements of ASQA UQ Skills student ID cards do not provide as extensive a range
(Australian Skills Quality Authority) as an RT0 (Registered of entitlements to UQ facilities as an academic ID card. For
Training Organisation). All students will receive a copy of the example, your library entitlements may have some restrictions
UQ Skills Student Handbook which outlines the rights and on borrowing or access to higher research publications. Please
responsibilities of both students and UQ Skills. contact UQ Skills for more specific information regarding your
ID card entitlements at UQ.
Students should familiarise themselves with all policies and
procedures relevant to their program.
How to enrol
This guide is an overview of programs and details are subject For more information or to For more information
to change. The intention is to provide you, as a prospective start your enrolment, skills-training.uq.edu.au
student, with sufficient information to make an informed please contact:
decision before starting the enrolment process. UQ Skills Enquiries
We look forward to welcoming you as a student to UQ Skills at Phone: +61 7 5460 1353
The University of Queensland Gatton campus. Email: uqskills@uq.edu.au
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The inclusion in this publication of details of a program or a course creates no obligation on the part of the
University to teach it as or when described. The University may discontinue or vary programs and courses at
any time without notice. Information in this guide is accurate as at July 2019.
While care has been taken to provide accurate information in this prospectus, it is the responsibility
of students to check and confirm the specific details of programs, courses and enrolment.
In the event of any conflict arising from information contained in this publication, the material approved
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