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Grow your leadership potential and advance your agricultural career. This qualification is designed for experienced industry professionals who want to develop their management and supervisory skills. You'll learn how to coordinate teams, improve farm performance, manage projects, and respond effectively to the challenges of modern agriculture, preparing you for rewarding leadership opportunities across the sector.

Certificate IV in Agriculture

AHC40122

Develop advanced skills in agriculture, livestock production, crop management, farm business operations, sustainable farming and agricultural leadership to support career growth in modern farming and agriculture management.

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Duration

Up to 12 months

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Delivery Mode

Flexible delivery

Online & Workplace

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Funding

Government funded options available

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Study Type

Traineeship or

Fee-For-Service

Why choose ATC Agriculture qualification?

Develop practical, job-ready skills through hands-on learning

Learn from experienced trainers with strong industry knowledge

Gain a nationally recognised qualification

Build skills for careers across farming, dairy production and primary industries

Be part of an industry that supports Australia’s future

How the course is delivered?

ATC delivers training using flexible learning approaches designed to support different learners. 

Depending on your enrolment type, training may include: 

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Online Learning

Access learning resources, activities and assessments through ATC’s online learning platform.

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Workplace training

You learn while completing real workplace tasks with support from your employer and trainer.

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Trainer Support

Receive guidance, feedback and assistance from qualified trainers throughout your course.

Course structure

12

total units

2

core units

10

elective units
  • AHCWHS402 Maintain workplace health and safety processes

    AHCWRK410 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

  • AHCBAC410 Plan and implement a pasture establishment program

    AHCBAC411 Manage pastures for livestock production

    AHCSOL406 Sample soils and interpret results

    AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program

    AHCAIS304 Artificially inseminate livestock

    AHCLSK341 Coordinate artificial insemination and fertility management of livestock

    AHCDRY402 Manage milking shed operations

    AHCWRK409 Supervise work routines and staff performance

    AHCLSK428 Supervise animal health programs

    AHCMOM402 Supervise maintenance of property, machinery and equipment

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.

Before commencing training, ATC will complete an enrolment and suitability assessment to understand:

âś“ Your previous education and experience

âś“ Your career goals

âś“ Your language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy needs

âś“ Any support requirements you may have

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Duration

ATC will work with you to develop a training plan that supports your learning needs and provides a realistic pathway to successfully complete your qualification.

 

The time required to complete this qualification will vary depending on your enrolment type, preferred training delivery method, workplace opportunities and any existing skills or experience you bring to your studies.

Typical completion timeframes may include:

 

School-Based Traineeship

Completed alongside school studies and employment.

 

Traineeship

Generally completed full time over 12 months.

 

Fee-for-Service

Flexible completion options may be available

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Student Support

ATC is committed to supporting students throughout their training journey.

 

Support available may include:

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âś“ Trainer assistance


âś“ Learning support


âś“ Language, literacy, numeracy and digital support


âś“ Access and equity support


âś“ Progress monitoring and feedback

 

If you need support, speak with our training team.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture may pursue employment as Farm Supervisors, Farm Team Leaders, Agricultural Supervisors and Production Managers across livestock, cropping, mixed farming and agribusiness enterprises. The qualification develops advanced technical, supervisory and management skills and provides pathways to Diploma-level agriculture and agribusiness qualifications.

Graduates are trained to:

  • Supervise farm staff and coordinate work teams.

  • Monitor and improve agricultural production systems.

  • Solve operational and technical farming issues.

  • Manage livestock and cropping activities.

  • Establish and maintain pastures and crops.

  • Develop and maintain farm budgets and financial records.

  • Apply sustainable and environmentally responsible farming practices.

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements.

  • Coordinate resources, equipment and production schedules.

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

If you already have skills and experience gained through previous employment, study or life experience, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

 

RPL allows you to have your existing skills assessed against the requirements of the qualification.

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Credit Transfer

If you have successfully completed equivalent nationally recognised units with another registered training organisation, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

 

Evidence of previous completion will be required.

Fees and Funding Options

There are several ways you may be able to access training with ATC, depending on your eligibility, location and individual circumstances.

Government funding options may be available through NSW, ACT or Queensland Government training programs for eligible students. Funding availability, eligibility requirements and student contribution fees vary depending on the qualification and funding arrangement.

If you are not eligible for government funding, you may also choose to complete this qualification through Fee-for-Service, where you or your employer pays the cost of training directly.

To find out more about available fees, funding options and eligibility requirements, please click the button below.

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How to Enrol

Starting your qualification is simple.

Step 1

Submit an online enrolment form

Step 2

Discuss your goals and eligibility with our training team

Step 3

Complete the enrolment/induction process

Step 4

Begin your training journey

Australian Training Company is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivering nationally recognised training.

Training outcomes, funding availability, delivery locations and fees may vary depending on student eligibility, government funding arrangements and individual circumstances.

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