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Certificate III in Shearing

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AHC32925

You have spent years on the board, mastering the rhythm and precision required for professional shearing. RPL It is currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a streamlined recognition pathway for the Certificate III in Shearing. Register your interest today to be notified when we can help you turn your industry experience into a formal qualification.

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About This Qualification

This qualification covers occupational outcomes for shearing at the professional level. This requires a high standard of workmanship at a rate of at least 120 adult merino sheep or 140 adult crossbred sheep per day. The shearing industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level. This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship. Job titles relevant to this qualification include: • Shearer – professional level. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Qualification Code

AHC32925

Training Package

AHC — Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package

AQF Level

Certificate III

Total Units

8 (8 core + 0 elective)

Entry Requirements

Prior to commencing this qualification, individuals must have the skills and knowledge to: • catch and shear sheep to novice level • work independently and within a team in wool harvesting • make judgements on the selection of equipment, techniques and contingency measures relating to safe work practices and animal welfare principles • apply and communicate solutions to predictable situations in an animal care workplace. These skills and knowledge may have been acquired through completion of a Certificate II in Shearing or through industry shearing experience.

National Register

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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.

Career Outcomes

According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:

Role	Responsibilities
Professional Shearer	Operating at an elite pace while maintaining high standards of workmanship and animal welfare on the shearing board.
Shearing Team Leader	Managing the shearing team and overseeing board performance to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

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Could RPL Be Right for You?

Experience can be evidence.

RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.

RPL typically involves:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise

ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice

RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.

Our approach:

“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”

What Kind of Experience Counts?

If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:

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Work History & Roles

✓Current resume detailing your time in wool harvesting
✓Position descriptions from shearing contractors
✓Statutory declarations confirming years of experience

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Professional Shearing

✓Tally records showing 120+ merino or 140+ crossbred sheep per day
✓Video evidence of professional shearing technique
✓References from wool classers or shearing overseers

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Equipment Maintenance

✓Evidence of preparing combs and cutters for machine shearing
✓Maintenance logs for shearing handpieces
✓Records of grinding and sharpening equipment

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Safety & Welfare

✓Animal welfare compliance checklists and reports
✓Workplace health and safety induction records
✓Low-stress stock handling certifications or workshop records

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Industry Certifications

✓Novice or improver level shearing certificates
✓Wool harvesting workshop attendance records
✓First aid or workplace safety certificates

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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

Is this qualification currently available through RPL It?▾

We are currently in the final stages of establishing RTO partnerships for the Certificate III in Shearing. By registering your interest, you will be the first to know when the evidence assessment process is ready for this qualification.

Why should I register my interest?▾

Registering allows us to begin an informal review of your experience. When the qualification becomes available, we can quickly guide you through the formal evidence gathering process, saving you time and ensuring you are well-positioned for recognition.

Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?▾

Absolutely. A Certificate III in Shearing issued through Recognition of Prior Learning is identical to one earned through an apprenticeship or classroom study. It is nationally recognised and meets the same industry standards.

What tallies do I need to prove to be considered 'professional'?▾

Industry standards for this qualification require evidence that you can consistently shear at least 120 adult merino sheep or 140 adult crossbred sheep per day while maintaining workmanship quality.

How do I prove my equipment maintenance skills?▾

Evidence can include photos or videos of you servicing handpieces, grinding combs and cutters, and logs that document your regular equipment maintenance routine on the job.

Do I need to have completed a Certificate II first?▾

While a Certificate II in Shearing is a common pathway, your years of industry experience can serve as evidence of the novice and improver skills required to move directly into the Certificate III assessment.

Related Qualifications

Other qualifications in the Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.

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