Bookings are essential at least 10 days before the course so we can post your workbooks prior to the training day.
We close enrolments once each class reaches 10 participants, so you must enrol early to secure your place!

• 09 March in Nymagee with Reg Kidd – Register by 02 March
• 10 March in Lismore with Garry Hawkins – Register by 03 March
• 10 March in Goulburn with Glen Thompson – Register by 03 March
• 12 March in Moss Vale with Glen Thompson – Register by 05 March
• 12 March in Tweed Heads with Garry Hawkins – Register by 05 March
• 16 March in Coonamble with Reg Kidd – Register by 09 March
• 17 March in Murwillumbah with Garry Hawkins – Register by 10 March
• 18 March in Glen Innes with Ant Wright – Register by 11 March
• 23 March in Orange with Reg Kidd – Register by 16 March
• 24 March in Ballina with Garry Hawkins – Register by 17 March
• 31 March in Grafton with Garry Hawkins – Register by 24 March
• 09 April in Tamworth with Ant Wright – Register by 02 April
• 14 April in Murwillumbah with Garry Hawkins – Register by 07 April
• 16 April in Tweed Heads with Garry Hawkins – Register by 09 April
• 21 April in Lismore with Garry Hawkins – Register by 14 April
• 22 April in Dorrigo with Ant Wright – Register by 15 April
• 23 April in Ballina with Garry Hawkins – Register by 16 April
• 28 April in Casino with Garry Hawkins – Register by 21 April

*Please note dates and locations listed on this page are subject to change without notice, please call the office on 02 6884 8812 for the current schedule.

**Please note your registration is not confirmed until we have received your enrolment form/participant registration. If you are unsure as to whether you have completed it yet or not – please contact our office on 02 6884 8812 or email admin@ruralbiztraining.com.au 

• First time accreditation: $380 per person (GST Exempt)
• Refresher Accreditation: $350 per person (GST Exempt) - you must provide evidence of your previous training (Statement of Attainment or Chemical Card) at the time of enrolment. The date of issue must be no more than 6 years prior (i.e. your Chemical Card has not been expired for more than 12 months)

COURSE FEE SUBSIDIES:

Participants in NSW who have not previously received funding to complete this course may be eligible for FEE-FREE training under the AgSkilled program.
You MUST provide a Letter of Support with your registration. Download, complete and return the relevant Letter of Support from the following templates:

1. Job Seeker: Job Seeker template

2. Employee: Employee template

3. Employer/Primary Producer: Employer/Primary Producer template

4. Contractor: Contractor template and Supporting business template

Register for an AGSKILLED FUNDED Face To Face Course here 

FEE PAYING STUDENTS:

If you are not eligible for funding click the blue "I do not wish to apply for S&S" on the NSW Smart & Skilled page of your enrolment form. You will need to complete your registration using the button below and then pay for your course by completing the form below.

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• You will receive a hardcopy Chemical Card Plus workbook and manual to complete.
• Prior to the face-to-face training day, you will be required to complete at home study (up to 8 hours) in your own time before arriving.
• The at home study is essential to ensure the trainer has enough time to teach the rest of the course content on the face-to-face day.
• The face-to-face day typically runs from 8am-5pm with a morning tea and lunch break.
• Assessment for refreshers is the same as for someone accrediting for the first time, however a discounted fee is offered if you are completing as a refresher.
• During the face-to-face training day you will finish the workbook, undertake practical assessments and finalise your written assessment.

This course covers the skills and knowledge required to:

• safely handle, transport and store agricultural and veterinary chemicals
• read and interpret chemical labels, permits and Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)
• identify hazards and manage risks when working with chemicals
• prepare chemical mixes accurately and safely
• use general application equipment to apply chemicals for pest, weed, and disease control
• follow workplace procedures and WHS requirements
• minimise risks to people, livestock, crops, and the environment
• clean up, dispose of waste, and store chemicals correctly after use
• complete basic chemical use records and documentation.