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Diploma of Aquaculture
This diploma is for people who already work in aquaculture, or want to move into a management role on a farm, hatchery, nursery or live holding facility.
- How long it takes
- 1 to 2 years
- typical for this level
- How you can study
- On campus
- Main job
- Aquaculture Farmer
- $81,100 (estimate) median pay
- Taught by
- 3 providers
- WA
Is this course right for you?
What the Diploma of Aquaculture asks of you, and what you might want to check first.
It helps to have
- an interest in fish and shellfish production
- a careful, methodical approach to planning operations
- good communication skills for working with a team
- a willingness to take responsibility for compliance
Before you start
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Diploma or Certificate III?
The Diploma of Aquaculture is at a higher level than the Certificate III in Aquaculture. This diploma reflects work at a management or leadership level, where you design, plan and implement programs and sustainable practices for an aquaculture enterprise.
See the courseWhere this course can take you
Jobs this qualification is a recognised route into, and the study that can follow it.
Jobs you can do with it
Aquaculture Farmer
Aquaculture farmers breed, grow and harvest fish, shellfish and seaweed for Australian and export markets.
What else you need
The course addresses management of aquaculture enterprises; site, environmental and workplace obligations still apply.
Median pay$81,100 (estimate)
Pay is the median for everyone in the job, and “In demand” means the job is on the national shortage list. Pay marked as an estimate is our own analysis, not a published figure.
Where you can study this course
There are 3 places you can study this course. When you compare them, check they teach it the way you want to study, how far you'd be from a campus, what it will cost you and what past students say about the teaching and support. They're listed by how often people search for them, and none of them pays to be here or to move up.
- Website for Central Regional TAFE (opens in a new tab)
Central Regional TAFE
3 campuses, WA
4.3from 16 Google reviews
- Course page for South Metropolitan TAFE (opens in a new tab)
South Metropolitan TAFE
Fremantle, WA
3.9from 617 Google reviews
- How you study
- On campus
What students like
- Lecturers are friendly and genuinely care about students
- Courses help students learn new skills
What to weigh up
- Phone calls and enquiries can go unanswered
- Website for TAFE International Western Australia (opens in a new tab)
TAFE International Western Australia
TAFE International Western Australia, WA
3.6from 93 Google reviews
What students like
- Staff are friendly, patient and helpful
What to weigh up
- Enrolment and admin can be slow
- Communication can be inconsistent
What you’ll learn
12 units: 2 that everyone takes and 10 you choose.
- Sustainable farm planning
- Aquaculture biosecurity plans
- Environmental compliance
- Stock health and risk
- Regulatory requirements
- Aquaculture operations management
See all 2 core units
Core units
Everyone completes these. Select a unit to see what it covers.
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Questions to ask before you enrol
Providers run this course differently, so the answers change from one to the next.
- When is the next intake, and how many are there each year?
- What is the total cost, including materials, checks and any placement costs?
- Can I study part time or online, and how does that change the length?
- Do the units count towards a higher qualification if I go on to study further?
Questions people ask
Who is this qualification for?
It is for people who already work in aquaculture or want to move into a management role on a farm, hatchery, nursery or live holding facility. You learn to plan and run daily operations, with a focus on environmental sustainability, legislation, regulations and biosecurity.
Do I need experience or other qualifications first?
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Providers can set their own conditions, so check with the one you choose.
How is it different from Certificate III in Aquaculture?
The Diploma of Aquaculture is at a higher level than the Certificate III in Aquaculture. This diploma reflects work at a management or leadership level, where you design, plan and implement programs and sustainable practices for an aquaculture enterprise.
How is it different from Certificate II in Aquaculture?
The Diploma of Aquaculture is at a higher level than the Certificate II in Aquaculture. This diploma reflects work at a management or leadership level, where you design, plan and implement programs and sustainable practices for an aquaculture enterprise.