Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Rural Operations
Certificate II in Rural Operations
AHC21216
BDE2
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 27/06/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides an occupational outcome for industries and agencies in rural and regional Australia.
Depending on the units selected individuals can be employed not only in rural industries but also other rural and regional sectors, such as local government, tourism, hospitality, transport, construction, community services, information technology and metals.
Industry expects individuals with this qualification to carry out routine tasks under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)Core Units = three (3)
Elective Units = twelve (12)
- select at least seven (7) units from Certificate II in this Training Package
- five (5) units aligned to AQF levels 1, 2, or 3 may be selected from up to 3 other endorsed Training Packages or Accredited Courses. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in AgriFood industries and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 2
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAM98 | AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAT00 | AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAR90 | AHCWRK204 | Work effectively in the industry | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Twelve (12) units to be completed.
- select at least seven (7) units from Certificate II in this Training Package.
- five (5) units aligned to AQF levels 1, 2, or 3 may be selected from up to 3 other endorsed Training Packages or Accredited Courses
Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in AgriFood industries and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 2
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D462 | AHC21210 | Certificate II in Rural Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships