National Certificate in Wool Harvesting (Junior Shearer) (Level 2)

This qualification is designed for people who already have some experience in the wool harvesting industry and who wish to develop shearing skills.

The compulsory section recognises core skills required for wool harvesting industry employees. Qualification holders will have knowledge of hydration, nutrition, and sleep for physical well-being, as well as of care and timeliness, and will be able to protect their own health and safety.

The elective sets recognise the skills required of junior shearers who machine shear either crossbred or fine wool sheep, or who blade shear sheep under supervision. These skills include preparing and sharpening shearing blades under supervision, grinding shearing combs and cutters, and maintaining and rectifying faults in combs. Holders may also have knowledge of a kit of shearing gear.

Candidates may already have completed the National Certificate in Wool Harvesting (Entry) (Level 2) with the Learner Shearer Strand [Ref: 1546] prior to award of this qualification.

On completion of this qualification people can progress to either the National Certificate in Wool Harvesting (Blade Shearing) (Level 3) [Ref: 1053], or the National Certificate in Wool Harvesting (Machine Shearing Crossbred Wool) (Level 3) [Ref: 1051], or the National Certificate in Wool Harvesting (Machine Shearing Fine Wool) (Level 3) [Ref: 1052], for all of which this qualification is a prerequisite for award.

This qualification is part of a series developed for the wool harvesting sector. A qualification pathways diagram can be found at the end of this document.

Our land and sea are precious, productive and leading New Zealand's recovery. Now's the time to learn more, up skill and be part of a successful future.

Primary ITO is the only organisation in New Zealand dedicated to provide training and qualifications to over 30 primary industries.

We're here to coach and teach, share the knowledge and build confidence, ambition and capability.

In short, to grow smart, innovative people in organisations where careers offer so much more than just a job.

The prospects are exciting - out on the land, inside a lab, knee deep in technology or leading the way in innovative food production.

The career choices are endless with serious rewards and Primary ITO provides the training and recognised qualifications to help everyone grow.

As of 1 July 2020, the Government will cover training fees until 31 December 2022 for training in many of our primary sector industries. See below for more and conditions. FREE Apprenticeships and Training

Kia ora anō tātou – best wishes and stay well.

The team at Primary ITO