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Statement of Attainment in Improver Shearing

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Overview About this course

Shear sheep from basic to improver level. Gain shearing techniques and better equipment maintenance skills that will improve the speed and quality of your shearing, allowing you to advance your skills and move to higher levels of competition.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

  • Shear sheep at a basic level

  • Shear sheep at an improver level

  • Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing

  • Inspect shearing equipment, and report and rectify malfunctions

  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) while grinding

Course outcomes

Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

  • A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment

  • A pathway to further study in shearing

  • Credit toward a full qualification

  • Techniques to shear sheep with more control, using more efficient movements

  • The ability to provide a high quality, fast shear

Suitability Is this course right for you?

Entry requirements

This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

  • A tally book showing that you can shear 40 sheep a day

  • The ability to join a pre-enrolment discussion with a TAFE NSW staff member

Entry recommendations

To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

  • A strong work ethic

  • A reasonable level of fitness to manage the physical demands of the role

  • The ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions

  • The ability to travel and spend time away from home

  • Vaccination against Q fever or other zoonotic diseases

TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

Pathways Future career and study options

Career pathways

Our graduates go onto roles like: improver shearer.

Study pathways

Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

Previous study 0 Courses

Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

The Statement of Attainment in Improver Shearing does not have any pre-requisite courses.

Further study 0 Courses

Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

The Statement of Attainment in Improver Shearing does not have any post-graduate courses.

Related study 2 Courses

Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

Your experience counts

At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

Units Units taught in this course

Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

  • Shear sheep to improver level AHCSHG204

  • Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing AHCSHG205

  • Shear sheep to novice level AHCSHG203

TAFE NSW services Facilities and support

TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

  • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

  • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

  • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

  • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

  • TAFE NSW Libraries

  • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

  • Smarthinking - online access to a tutor

  • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

  • Student associations – get social with our student community

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