Duration
1 year (52 weeks)
Course Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in the aquaculture sector of the seafood industry at a management or leadership level. In this role, these individuals design, plan and implement programs and sustainable practices for an aquaculture enterprise that comply with a wide range of legislative and regulatory requirements.
The environments in which these individuals work include:
- aquaculture farms or fishout/put-and-take operations
- companies providing contract specialist services for aquaculture operations
- companies providing consultancy, advisory, equipment sales or other services
- hatcheries and nurseries
- live post-harvest holding facilities, such as processing plants, wholesalers or transporters.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Career Outcomes
Aquaculture Operations Manager
Aquaculture Operations Managers plan and oversee the running of an aquaculture farm or site. They develop stock nutrition programs; plan water supply and disposal systems; oversee harvest and post-harvest activities; and monitor and review business performance.
CRICOS Details
Diploma of Aquaculture is listed on the official CRICOS register and delivered by Department of Training and Workforce Development in 050701 - Aquaculture.
- CRICOS course code: 0100601
- Provider: Department of Training and Workforce Development
- Course level: Diploma
- Study level: VET
- Field of education: 050701 - Aquaculture
- National qualification code: SFI50119
- Dual qualification: No
- Foundation studies: No
- Work component: No
- Course language: English
- Duration: 1 year (52 weeks)
- Locations: Geraldton, Fremantle, Beaconsfield, WA
This overview is compiled from official CRICOS register data. Confirm fees, duration, intake dates, and entry requirements directly with the provider before applying.