Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Rural Operations
Certificate III in Rural Operations
AHC32816
BCX5
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 21/12/2017 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 27/06/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides an occupational outcome in agriculture, horticulture and conservation land management and at least one and up to four other related industries.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks in a variety of contexts, which involve some judgement in selecting equipment and services. Depending on the units selected individuals will be able to seek employment not only in rural industries but also other industry sectors, such as local government, tourism, hospitality, transport, construction, information technology and metals.
No occupational 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:- sixteen (16) units of competency:
- two (2) core units plus
- fourteen (14) 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:
- select at least six (6) units from Certificate III qualifications in the AHC endorsed Training Package
- up to eight (8) units aligned to AQF levels 2, 3, or 4 qualifications may be selected from up to 4 currently endorsed Training Packages or Accredited Courses.
1. Core Units
Two units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAR14 | AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | 45 | Unit of competency |
| BAP92 | AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Fourteen (14) units to be completed:
- select at least six (6) units from Certificate III in in the AHC endorsed Training Package
- a maximum of eight (8) units aligned to AQF levels 2, 3, or 4 may be selected from up to 4 endorsed Training Packages or Accredited Courses. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in AgriFood and related industries and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 3.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D494 | AHC32810 | Certificate III in Rural Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJA7 | AHC32822 | Certificate III in Rural Operations | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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