New Zealand Certificate in Wool Technology and Classing (Level 4)
Gain the knowledge and practical skills necessary for wool production, processing, and classing to advance your career in the wool industry.
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NZQA Level 4 Certification (60 Credits)
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply skills in wool production and processing
Develop the knowledge and skills required for the production, harvesting, preparation, marketing, manufacturing, and processing of wool.
Classify and grade wool
Identify and classify different wool lines and grades according to sheep breed, and evaluate classification decisions that reflect market and supply chain requirements.
About This Course
The New Zealand Certificate in Wool Technology and Classing (Level 4) provides the technical skills needed for wool classing and technology roles in New Zealand's wool industry. This part-time blended-delivery programme covers wool production, harvesting, preparation, marketing, manufacturing, and processing, preparing graduates to work throughout the wool value chain and become eligible for the New Zealand Wool Classing Association's Provisional (P) stencil certification.
Course Content
- Wool Value Chain
- Wool Classification
- Working in the Wool Industry
- Woolshed Management
- CWT400 Wool Value Chain (15 credits)
- CWT401 Wool Classification (20 credits)
- CWT402 Working in the Wool Industry (15 credits)
- CWT403 Woolshed Management (10 credits)
Entry Requirements
Minimum 16 years old with NCEA Level 2 (for applicants under 20)
Applicants over 20: evidence of ability to succeed (prior study at level 3+ or sector employment)
Build towards these roles
Wool ClasserBrokerMerchantScourerExporterWool manufacturingWool testingWool scienceWool promotion
