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Aquaculture

Do you love the ocean, fishing, or working with marine life? A career in aquaculture could be your perfect fit! You'll be part of a hands-on industry, helping to breed and farm fish, shellfish, and other aquatic species. Jobs range from maintaining fishing equipment to managing seafood production and sales. Whether you're working on the water or behind the scenes, teamwork, safety, and a love for the environment are key. With South Australia’s thriving aquaculture industry—from Port Lincoln’s tuna farms to the Eyre Peninsula’s oyster beds—there are plenty of opportunities to dive in!

STUDY VET WHILE YOU COMPLETE THE SACE

Senior Secondary

On-the-job training:

Start your career at school through on-the-job training in one of:

  • SFI20119 Certificate II in Aquaculture
  • SFI20319 Certificate II in Seafood Post Harvest Operations
  • SFI30119 Certificate III in Aquaculture
  • SFI30319 Certificate III in Seafood Post Harvest Operations
  • SFI30419 Certificate III in Fisheries Compliance
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Off-the-job training:

Start VET study at school through off-the-job training in:

  • SFI20119 Certificate II in Aquaculture
  • Advanced Aquaculture
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Industry specific requirements, including:

  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
  • MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set
  • Coxswain Certificate of Competency Grade 1/2 Near Coastal - Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA)
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Customised SACE subjects
Pastoral care – mentoring and monitoring

THEN

WORK IN YOUR CAREER

Use your VET qualification to work as:

  • Fishing Hand
  • Aquaculture Worker
  • Seafood Process Worker
  • Inspectors and Regulatory Officers

FURTHER YOUR CAREER WITH VET

FURTHER YOUR CAREER WITH UNIVERSITY

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Qualification codes and titles are subject to change due to training package updates.

This pathway may not be available at all schools – talk to your teacher about your options.

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