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SSAHC0004

Operate Side-By-Side Utility Vehicles Skill Set

Skill Set

This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a side-by-side utility vehicle, including undertaking pre-start checks and shut down procedures.

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STUDY LOCATIONS North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$380

Course overview

Add to your existing agriculture, horticulture, or rural operations skills with this accredited short course. This skill set will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a side-by-side utility vehicle, including undertaking pre-start checks and shut down procedures.

Throughout the course you'll learn how to identify potential hazards and risks, correctly fit personal protective equipment, safely secure loads, operate and manoeuvre over a variety of surfaces, drive to local weather conditions, and identify and report faults. Your skills will be assessed with both knowledge and practical assessments where you'll be required to operate a side-by-side vehicle over varied terrain in a range of different conditions. 

Successful completion of this skill set will prepare you to safely operate a side-by-side utility vehicle in a variety of contexts. 

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the unit listed below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • AHCMOM216
    Operate side by side utility vehicles
    UNIT CODE :
    AHCMOM216
    Unit description :
    This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a side by side utility vehicle including undertaking pre-start checks and shut down procedures.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Operate side by side utility vehicles
Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Workplace

On Campus

25 Feb 2027
1 day
Bowen | 8am - 4pm
Thursday
  • Full fee: $380

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Workplace

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

25 Feb 2027
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

1 day
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Bowen | 8am - 4pm
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $380

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

Workplace

On Campus

11 Nov 2027
1 day
Bowen | 8am - 4pm
Thursday
  • Full fee: $380

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Workplace

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

11 Nov 2027
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

1 day
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Bowen | 8am - 4pm
Thursday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $380

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Operate Side-By-Side Utility Vehicles Skill Set (SSAHC0004)

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Operate Side-By-Side Utility Vehicles Skill Set

COURSE CODE: SSAHC0004
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources required

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as suitable footwear and clothing must be worn.

Important information

No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this course at time of publication.

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.