Get started as a wool handler or a shed hand by studying the Wool Handling Skill Set.
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You will learn how to assist shearing teams and prepare fleece wool for classing as well as how to carry out wool pressing.
Participants will also learn a range of shed duties including penning sheep, preparing facilities for shearing and crutching and monitoring the welfare of sheep.
On successful completion of this course, students will receive a statement of attainment for the following units:
AHCWOL308 Prepare facilities for shearing and crutching
AHCWOL311 Perform shed duties
AHCWOL304 Prepare fleece wool for classing
AHCWOL305 Prepare skirtings and oddments
AHCWOL310 Press wool for a clip