PROfarm

Sheep care and husbandry - PROfarm course

Name:	Sheep care and husbandry
Description:	This 2-day course is a mix of practical and theoretical components designed for property owners interested in breeding sheep.
Cost:	After NSW Government subsidy, $400 GST-free (or $200 per session).
Course aims:	This introductory course assists participants to develop their skills in the care, handling and management of sheep.
Learning outcomes:	On completion of the course participants will be able to: Describe basic sheep husbandry practices Competently handle sheep, identifying safe practices Identify basic nutritional requirements Describe breeding and disease management principles
Length:	2 day
Course program/structure:	Day 1: Basic sheep handling and husbandry Nutrition and disease management Assessment, mating and breeding Day 2: An emphasis on lambing and weaning Breeding and selection Flock management
Resources and method of delivery:	This course is delivered using both indoor and outdoor instruction. Participants will be provided with course notes.
Accreditation:	This course is mapped to the following national unit of competency, RTE2118A Handle livestock using basic techniques.