Qualification Outline
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Certificate I in Permaculture
Certificate I in Permaculture
AHC10422
BJB7
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 is an entry-level qualification aimed at individuals entering the permaculture industry. It allows individuals to develop basic skills and knowledge to prepare for work as a permaculture assistant. Permaculture assistants may undertake a range of simple tasks under close supervision. The range of technical skills and knowledge is limited.
The qualification is suited to VET delivered to secondary school students or learners with no previous connection to permaculture or relevant employment history.
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:- six (6) units of competency:
- four (4) core units plus
- two (2) 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:
- one (1) unit must be selected from the electives listed below
- remaining one (1) unit may be selected from the elective list or any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFB81 | AHCPER106 | Observe permaculture principles and work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFB79 | AHCPER108 | Support plant care in a permaculture system | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFB80 | AHCPER107 | Support resource conservation practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFC37 | AHCWHS102 | Work safely | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFC31 | AHCWRK102 | Maintain the workplace | 10 | Unit of competency |
| OCT55 | AHCECR101 | Support ecological restoration | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OFC52 | AHCORG102 | Support organic production | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OFB50 | AHCPER222 | Use and maintain basic hand tools and equipment for garden and farm | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCZ1 | AHC10416 | Certificate I in Permaculture | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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