sheep shearing training
Gain mastery in professional sheep shearing through comprehensive training on secure shed organisation, streamlined shearing techniques, animal welfare standards, and effective team management. Participants learn to safeguard personnel, elevate wool quality, minimise injuries, and optimise flock processing to enhance farm profitability and operational efficiency. This practical programme prepares learners for real-world shearing demands with a focus on safety, productivity, and sustainable practices essential for modern livestock farming.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips participants with hands-on skills for managing a safe and efficient sheep shearing operation, safeguarding both workers and livestock. Trainees master equipment preparation, comb and cutter choices, upkeep, and field repairs. They gain expertise in low-stress handling techniques for sheep of varying ages, perfect shearing methods for superior fleece quality, fatigue management strategies, and structured protocols for emergencies, biosecurity measures, and seamless team collaboration throughout the process.
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Develop skills
- Develop professional shearing patterns using Bowen and Tally-Hi techniques for clean and rapid fleece removal.
- Master shed setup and equipment maintenance, including preparation, sharpening, and care for optimal performance.
- Acquire safe, low-stress handling skills for positioning, lifting, and cradling sheep across different age groups.
- Enhance wool quality control by minimising second cuts, contamination, and damage to fleeces.
- Implement on-site safety protocols, first aid responses, fatigue management, hazard control, and biosecurity measures.
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