Do I have to do all the courses?

No - you choose the course that offers training a the level you require. Each course incorporates material from the courses provided at lower levels. Assistance in selecting the appropriate course is available from all NSW Agriculture and TAFE NSW course providers.
  

Do I have to be currently working with chemicals to do the training?

The Chemical Safety Course does not require you to work with chemicals. You can complete this course even if you have never used agricultural or veterinary chemicals. The Chemical Application and Managing Chemical Use Courses do, however, require you to apply the training to your workplace. You can do this with work experience as part of the training program or with part-time or full-time work.
  

Do I have to attend the training to gain a recognised Statement of Attainment?

This depends on your experience and ability with chemicals. Most people will attend the training and associated assessment but some will choose an assessment-only path. This needs to be discussed with your TAFE NSW or NSW Agriculture course provider.
  

What if I have previously completed Farmcare/ChemCert training?

A bridging course is available to upgrade you to the Chemical Application Course if your Farmcare/ChemCert recognition has lapsed. If you wish to upgrade to the Managing Chemical Use Course, you have a number of alternatives. You can choose between:

• the full course (two days + half-day assessment)

• a bridging course (one day + half-day assessment)

• assessment only
    

Are the courses accredited and recognised nationally?

Yes - the course have been accredited by the NSW Vocational Education and training Accreditation Board (VETAB) and satisfy the relevant Units of Competence in the Agriculture and Horticulture Training Packages.

On successful completion of training and assessment, you will receive a Statement of Attainment which will be recognised nationally and can contribute towards you gaining a qualification.
  

Do these course satisfy regulatory requirements?

Yes - the Chemical Application and managing Chemical Use Courses satisfy the national Registration Authority (NRA) training requirement for access to most restricted chemicals and the anticipated training requirements of the NSW Pesticides Act 1999.
 

How will my farm chemical supplier recognise the training?

You will be issued with a SMARTtrain card which will be accepted by all suppliers.