Certificate in Wool Handling Systems

The Certificate in Wool Handling Systems is an extramural tertiary-level course for people interested in the production, harvesting and preparation of wool.

The certificate programme develops the knowledge and skills needed to supervise clip preparation in the shearing shed, for classing work in shed or store. Anyone wanting to understand wool and the wool industry in New Zealand will find this programme extremely valuable.

The two-year programme is taught extramurally through study guides and assignments. Short, practical block courses will be delivered regionally — depending on numbers and locations of participants. Successful completion of the programme offers entry into the classer registration scheme.

The following papers make up the certificate programme:

• Introduction to the New Zealand Wool Industry
• Introduction to Sheep and Wool Production
• Wool Characteristics and their Assessment
• Wool Classification
• Communication and Information

Registration:

Applications for enrolment close on 1 March 2003.

Funding:

Ministry of Education student loans are available through Work and Income New Zealand.

If you are currently receiving a domestic purposes benefit or widow’s benefit, you may be entitled to a training incentive allowance from Work and Income New Zealand. Contact your case manager at WINZ to discuss your entitlement.

If you need more information contact:

Laurie Boniface
Manager Industry Studies
Meat and Wool Innovation Limited
Private Bag 11 222
Massey University
Palmerston North
Ph: 06-350 2304
Cell: 025-338 925
Fax: 06 3568240
Freephone 0800 496 657 (NZ Only)
Email: laurie.boniface@mwi.co.nz