Events & Training Dates
Enrolments now open - 2026 Certificate II & III in Agriculture Programs
Hamilton and Terang VIC
Ready to grow your career in agriculture?
Enrolments are now open for RIST Certificate II and III in Agriculture programs, starting February 2026!
Hands-on training in real farming environments
Government funding available for eligible students
Hamilton and Terang campuses
Limited places available. Apply now and start your journey with RIST. Click on the button below to learn more and apply!
Agricultural chemical users - short course
Register your interest for training date, RIST Hamilton and Terang VIC
Upskill your knowledge of legislation, safety and best practice when handling or applying chemicals with our agricultural chemical users short course (Agricultural Chemical Skill Set – AHCSS00074).
This accredited course is delivered in a practical working environment with AusChem Victoria accredited Trainers.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants are issued with a Farm Chemical Users Certificate (valid for 5 years) and are eligible to apply for the Agricultural Chemical User Permit (ACUP).
Training Location: RIST Hamilton and Terang VIC
Limited places: Be quick to register, only maximum of 10 places per course.
Restrictions: Participants must be aged 16 years or older.
Training Dates: Register your interest
Fees: $570 (without government funding)
* Government funding is available for this course. Please contact the RIST team for further information and to determine your eligibility 1800 883 343
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Introduction to welding - short course
Register your interest for training date, RIST Hamilton VIC
Get sparks flying with our introduction to welding short course!
Across four, 2.5 hour sessions, participants learn ARC & MIG welding, safety procedures, welding techniques, equipment operation, quality control and inspection, and more.
Training Location: RIST Hamilton campus
Limited places: Be quick to register, only maximum of 6 places per course
Restrictions: Participants must be aged 16 years or older
Training Dates: Register your interest
Fees: $385
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Operate side by side utilities - short course
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Learn how to safely operate and maintain a side by side vehicle.
This course gives students hands-on training to ensure they are ready to independently use a SSV in their workplace.
Training Location: RIST Hamilton and Terang VIC
Limited places: Be quick to register, only maximum of 6 places per course.
Restrictions: Participants must be aged 16 years or older.
Training Dates: Register your interest
Fees: $495
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Operate a chainsaw - short course
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In this course, participants will undertake practical training in basic branch and limb trimming as well as sharpening and cleaning of a chainsaw.
Limited places: Be quick to register, only maximum of 8 places per course
Restrictions: Participants MUST be aged 16 or older
Duration: This course runs over two full days (9am to 4:30pm) a minimum of one week apart.
Fees: $495
Training Dates: Register your interest
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Operate tractor & front end loader - short course
Register your interest for training date, RIST Hamilton
Gain the knowledge and practical skills in operating a tractor and attachments such as forks, buckets & a slasher.
This course allows students to get hands-on with machinery, ensuring they are ready to safely operate a tractor in their workplace.
Training Location: RIST Hamilton VIC
Limited places: Be quick to register, only maximum of 6 places per course.
Restrictions: Participants must be aged 16 years or older.
Training Dates: Register your interest
Fees: $595
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Operate quad bikes - short course
Register your interest for training date, RIST Hamilton and Terang VIC
Register your interest for training date, RIST Hamilton
Learn how to safely operate and maintain a quad bike.
This course gives students hands-on training to ensure they are ready to independently use a quad bike in their workplace.
Training Location: RIST Hamilton and Terang
Limited places: Be quick to register, only maximum of 6 places per course.
Restrictions: Participants must be aged 16 years or older.
Training Dates: Register your interest
Fees: $495
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