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Certificate III in Aquaculture

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Are you interested in sustainable food sources? . This qualification is suitable for those wanting to rise through the ranks and become leading hands and supervisors within the aquaculture industry.

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Duration
1 semester full-time
Course Code
SFI30119
Intake Months
Jan

About this course

Are you interested in sustainable food sources? .

This qualification is suitable for those wanting to rise through the ranks and become leading hands and supervisors within the aquaculture industry. Once qualified and working in a leadership role you will be responsible for decision making and coordinating team activities such as feeding, construction, managing live feeds and overseeing water quality monitoring.

You will gain knowledge and skills in:

  • Coordinating fish farming activities
  • Monitoring and implementing emergency and safety procedures
  • Controlling pests, predators and disease
  • Handling food
  • Handling and harvesting stock
  • Maintaining water environments and
  • Applying chemicals and biological agents.

Entry requirements

Students must have a Certificate II in Aquaculture or equivalent training or industry experience.

Study locations

Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

Career pathways

Job opportunities include:

  • Aquaculture Technician
  • Field or Fisheries Officer
  • Fish Farm Operations Manager
  • Nursery Assistant

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