Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Pest Management
Certificate III in Pest Management
CPP30911
D766
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 17/01/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to people working in the pest management industry as pest management technicians who identify pests, assess pest problems, consider pest management options, liaise with customers and implement pest management strategies.
In most cases, the technician will work alone and have responsibility for managing chemicals and equipment used in pest management as well as a vehicle, including the vehicle storage area.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:Thirteen (13) units of competency:
- ten (10) core units
- three (3) elective units.
The elective units are to be chosen as follows:
- a minimum of two (2) units from Group A
- up to one (1) unit from Group B or a Certificate III or IV qualification in CPP07 or another current Training Package, provided the integrity of the AQF alignment is ensured, and they contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC165 | CPPPMT3009A | Advise clients on pest management options | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WC162 | CPPPMT3006A | Apply pesticides to manage pests | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WC160 | CPPPMT3002A | Assess pest management options | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WC163 | CPPPMT3007A | Implement pest management plans | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WI930 | CPPPMT3018B | Maintain equipment and chemical storage areas | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WC161 | CPPPMT3005A | Modify environment to manage pests | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WC174 | CPPPMT3043A | Prepare and present pest management proposals | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WC168 | CPPPMT3017A | Repair and maintain service equipment | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D5442 | CPPCMN3004A | Respond to enquiries and complaints | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WC171 | CPPPMT3026A | Select and obtain pest management vehicles, equipment and materials | 15 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC167 | CPPPMT3011A | Conduct fumigation | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WC166 | CPPPMT3010A | Control timber pests | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WC164 | CPPPMT3008A | Inspect and report on timber pests | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WC173 | CPPPMT3042A | Install physical termite barriers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WC170 | CPPPMT3019A | Organise and monitor pest management operations | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WC172 | CPPPMT3029A | Plan and schedule pest management operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to one (1) unit may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0701 | BSBFIA301A | Maintain financial records | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D1018 | BSBSMB407A | Manage a small team | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5441 | CPPCMN3001B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WF981 | BSBHRM405A | Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff | 45 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S463 | PRM30204 | Certificate III in Asset Maintenance (Pest Management - Technical) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWO4 | CPP30115 | Certificate III in Urban Pest Management | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
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