SFI20119 Certificate II in Aquaculture
Pursue your passion for aquatic life.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work as aquaculture attendants to support the care of aquatic stock in the aquaculture sector of the seafood industry. In this role, these individuals undertake a range of routine tasks such as handling, feeding and monitoring stock, and monitoring environmental conditions under the direction of a supervisor.
This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) as part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. Fees are also capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more here.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Overview
Campus Batavia Coast Maritime Institute
When Semester 2, 2026 | Semester 1, 2027
Study Mode On campus
Duration 1 Semester
Great careers don’t all grow on trees.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work as aquaculture attendants to support the care of aquatic stock in the aquaculture sector of the seafood industry. In this role, these individuals undertake a range of routine tasks such as handling, feeding and monitoring stock, and monitoring environmental conditions under the direction of a supervisor.
The environments in which these individuals work include:
- aquaculture farms
- aquarium wholesalers and retailers
- hatcheries and nurseries
- live post-harvest holding facilities.
All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, food safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.
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Semester 1, 2027
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twelve (12) units of competence, comprising five (5) core and seven (7) elective units selected from the options provided below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFIAQU202 Handle stock | $16.20 | $4.80 | $15.08 |
| SFIBIO201 Inspect and clean aquatic work equipment | $40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
| SFIWHS201 Meet workplace health and safety requirements | $32.40 | $9.60 | $29.68 |
| SFIXSI102 Communicate in the seafood industry | $48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
| SFIXSI201 Work effectively in the seafood industry | $48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
|
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$40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
|
|
$16.20 | $4.80 | $15.08 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
|
|
$64.80 | $19.20 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Semester 2, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twelve (12) units of competence, comprising five (5) core and seven (7) elective units selected from the options provided below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| SFIAQU202 Handle stock | $16.20 | $4.80 | $15.08 |
| SFIBIO201 Inspect and clean aquatic work equipment | $40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
| SFIWHS201 Meet workplace health and safety requirements | $32.40 | $9.60 | $29.68 |
| SFIXSI102 Communicate in the seafood industry | $48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
| SFIXSI201 Work effectively in the seafood industry | $48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$32.40 | $9.60 | $29.68 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
|
|
$40.50 | $12.00 | $37.45 |
|
|
$16.20 | $4.80 | $15.08 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $45.33 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700