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Dairy Cattle Farming Business Certificate

Thinking about a career in farming and agriculture? Maybe you are looking to start your own business in dairy cattle farming? Do you want to live the Australian outback dream of managing your own cattle farm and growing your own business?
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100% Online

Study flexibly from anywhere.

200 Hours of Study

Build comprehensive dairy farming knowledge.

Dairy Cattle Care

Learn breeding, nutrition and herd management.

Farm Management

Develop essential business and planning skills.

Production Knowledge

Understand dairy production systems and operations.

Earn Your Certificate

Complete your studies and gain certification.

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INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

Recognised by the International Approval and Registration Centre

The IARC is a globally recognised non-profit organisation committed to quality in education –
helping graduates gain employment worldwide. Our Dairy Cattle Farming Certificate carries IARC recognition upon completion.

Course details

This certificate has been created by industry experts for beginner or experienced farmers to equip you with all the skills required to manage your own farming operation. It is delivered online to suit your lifestyle and allow you to study at your own pace.

Career & Salary Outcomes

Dairy Cattle Farmer

Manage dairy cattle, production systems and daily farm operations.

Farm Manager

Oversee livestock, resources and the day-to-day running of a farm.

Cattle Breeder

Apply knowledge of breeding, herd management and cattle production.

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Develop practical knowledge in dairy cattle farming and business management to explore opportunities across livestock, agriculture and dairy production.

ASSESSMENT & CREDENTIAL

How you are assessed

Assessment is competency-based and completed progressively throughout the course. Each module concludes with a short knowledge quiz designed to assess your understanding of dairy cattle production, herd health, milk quality, nutrition, pasture management, and dairy business operations.
Throughout the course, students complete practical and scenario-based assignments that demonstrate their ability to apply dairy farming principles and sound farm management practices in real-world situations. Assessments are reviewed by an experienced tutor, who provides detailed written feedback and guidance where further improvement is required.
Upon successful completion of all course assessments, students are awarded the Dairy Cattle Farming Business Certificate issued by Careers Collective, together with a comprehensive unit transcript. The certificate is endorsed by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), recognising that the course meets internationally recognised vocational education standards.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Open to all students

No specific entry requirements are needed to enrol in the Dairy Cattle Farming Business Certificate. This course is suitable for aspiring dairy farmers, agricultural professionals, rural business owners, and anyone interested in learning the principles of dairy production and farm management. No previous agricultural qualifications or dairy farming experience are required to begin.
Students should be at least 16 years of age and have a working level of English language proficiency sufficient to complete written coursework and communicate with their tutor. A reliable computer and internet connection is required to access the online learning platform. The course is delivered entirely online, allowing students to study at their own pace.

Course Modules

This course is comprised of 2 modules:

01

Dairy Cattle Farming

Topics that will be covered in the Dairy Cattle Farming module include:

  1. Introduction to Dairy Cattle and Breeds
  2. Dairy Cattle Production Systems
  3. Dairy Cattle Breeding
  4. Diseases in Dairy Cattle – Viral and Bacterial
  5. Parasitic and Other Diseases in Dairy Cattle
  6. Nutrition in Dairy Cattle
  7. Commercial Herd Management
  8. Feed Lot Management
  9. Stud Herd Management
  10. Management, Economics and Marketing

02

Business Farm Management

Topics that will be covered in the Business Farm Management module include:

  1. Strategic Planning
  2. Business Plans
  3. Business Assessment
  4. Viability Analysis
  5. Management Strategies
  6. Human Resources
  7. Physical Resources
  8. Natural Resources

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Optional Module

Optional Modules to choose from: Calf Rearing (Breeding) Poultry Sheep

Modules

Specialist Learning Areas

The Dairy Cattle Farming Business Certificate provides students with the practical knowledge and business skills needed to operate and manage a successful dairy enterprise. Throughout the course, students will explore the following specialist learning areas:

Dairy Cattle Production

Learn the fundamentals of dairy farming, including breed selection, production systems, herd planning, and efficient dairy management practices.

Herd Health & Welfare

Develop an understanding of disease prevention, vaccination programs, biosecurity, animal welfare standards, and maintaining healthy dairy herds.

Dairy Nutrition & Feeding

Explore nutritional requirements for dairy cattle, feed planning, pasture management, supplementary feeding, and strategies to maximise milk production.

Milking Operations & Milk Quality

Learn best practices for milking procedures, equipment hygiene, milk handling, quality assurance, and maintaining food safety standards.

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Getting Started

How it works

01

Enrol & Get Started

Join the course and access your online learning materials.

02

Learn & Complete

Work through the modules and complete your assignments at your own pace.

03

Earn Your Certificate

Complete your studies and receive your Dairy Cattle Farming Business Certificate.

Course overview

Payment options

This course can be paid off through an interest free payment plan for $20 per week. It also qualifies for a discount for upfront payments.

Course duration

This course is made up of 2 in-depth modules and includes 18 lessons. The amount of study time required to complete this course is approximately 200 hours of study. There is an option to reduce modules from this program to suit your needs.

Tutor support

You are studying online – but you are not studying alone. Our tutor support service comes with all of our courses and is available to you 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Certification

A Certificate of attainment will be issued upon completion of your course.

24/7 Access

Online 24/7 access to your course allowing you to fit your study in with your schedule.

Your Investment

Pay Upfront

$2,200

One-time payment. Save $550.

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Pay Weekly

From $25/week

Interest-free. Total cost $2,750.

3-day cooling-off period

Enrol, get inside and look around properly. If it isn't the right fit in the first week, switch to another Careers Collectiv course or request a refund under our refund policy. No pressure and no argument.

FAQS

The things people ask us

Yes. The course is 100% online, allowing you to study from anywhere and fit learning around your schedule.
You’ll learn about dairy cattle breeds, breeding, nutrition, diseases, herd management, production systems and farm business management.
No. The course is designed for beginners as well as people already working in the cattle or farming industry who want to build their knowledge.
The course includes 2 modules and approximately 200 hours of study, covering 18 lessons.
Yes. A Certificate of Attainment is issued upon successful completion of the course.

Still deciding?

Talk to a Course Advisor first

Nobody enrols in a course like this on a whim and we
don’t expect you to. Ask us anything – including whether
it’s the wrong fit. We’ll give you a straight answer either way

1300 001 703

Mon-Fri 9am-6pm AEST . NZ +64 98 886 451
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