Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Horticulture
Certificate IV in Horticulture
AHC40422
BJA3
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 supervisory job roles in the horticulture industry.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks involving technical skills and supervisory skills to operate, monitor and improve performance of horticultural systems and projects, and may supervise staff.
This qualification applies to individuals with existing horticulture industry experience and technical skills and knowledge gained through training or employment specifically in the horticulture industry.
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:- twelve (12) units of competency:
- four (4) core unit plus
- eight (8) 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:
- four (4) units must be from group A
- two (2) 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 or B, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCT14 | AHCPCM406 | Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OFB34 | AHCWRK410 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OFC34 | AHCWHS402 | Maintain workplace health and safety processes | 65 | Unit of competency |
| ODU48 | AHCPGD404 | Plan a plant establishment program | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to four (4) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCW2 | AHC40416 | Certificate IV in Horticulture | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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