Livestock Management and Control Skill Set
This skill set is designed specifically for Local Government Rangers, Animal Control Officers, Animal Management Facility Operators and may be of benefit to those in allied fields such as Animal Welfare Inspectors, or those wishing to enter these fields.
This skill set is part of the Skills Ready program. Other skill sets can be found on our Course List (opens in a new tab) page.
Overview
Campus Muresk
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
Study Mode Online and on campus
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This skill set will provide the participant with the skills and knowledge to:
- use correct identification methods for cattle, sheep, horses, goats and other livestock,
- understand the basic behaviour of livestock,
- understand welfare requirements, low stress stock handling, emergency management and transportation.
Participants will obtain:
- practical horse, cattle and sheep handling skills to gather and move large animals,
- knowledge of pound operation requirements,
- understanding of safe work practices,
- ability to assess condition of livestock,
- ability to complete required documentation,
- understand how to comply with legal requirements.
This workshop includes a valuable session from DPIRD covering NLIS, legal identification requirements and important information for those handling livestock in a regulatory capacity.
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all one (1) units of competence listed below.
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$170.80 | $51.45 | $14.70 |
Additional fees:
Hire Of Livestock - $252.60
Catering Costs - $104.00
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 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) 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, 2025
Details
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all one (1) units of competence listed below.
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$170.80 | $51.45 | $14.70 |
Additional fees:
Hire Of Livestock - $252.60
Catering Costs - $104.00
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 2025, students born on or after 1 July 2007 who are at least 15 years old in 2025) 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