Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Horticulture Management
Diploma of Horticulture Management
AHC50422
BJA0
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 24/01/2023 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for management job roles in the horticulture industry.
Individuals with this qualification take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They must analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities.
Work must comply with health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- ten (10) units of competency:
- three (3) core units plus
- seven (7) elective units.
Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome. The electives are to be chosen as follows:
- two (2) units must be from group A
- three (3) units not already selected must be from groups A or B
- the remaining two (2) units must be selected from electives listed in groups A, B or C, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFB31 | AHCWRK520 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for environment and sustainability | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OFC33 | AHCWHS503 | Manage workplace health and safety processes | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OCT06 | AHCWRK513 | Write and present reports | 35 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBK33 | AHCBUS511 | Manage enterprise staff requirements | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBK31 | AHCBUS514 | Negotiate and monitor contracts | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBK26 | AHCBUS518 | Prepare and monitor budgets and financial reports | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OBK29 | AHCBUS515 | Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders | 80 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDD0 | AHC50416 | Diploma of Horticulture | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Prior to commencing this qualification an individual must:
have completed the following units of competency (or equivalent):
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
AHCPCM308 Identify and select plants
AHCPMG301 Control weeds
AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes
OR
have relevant equivalent skills and knowledge acquired through participation in the horticulture industry.
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