Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 9:43 PM AWST
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Certificate IV in Parks and Gardens
Certificate IV in Parks and Gardens
AHC40516
BCX1
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 19/12/2018 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 14/09/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade skills and knowledge to become a senior or head gardener. The parks and gardens industry expect this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements known to apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- fourteen (14) units of competency:
- seven (7) core units plus
- seven (7) 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 four (4) units from the list below
- three (3) units may be selected from the list below or this or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in parks and gardens and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 4.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAS37 | AHCBUS402 | Cost a project | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAN11 | AHCPCM402 | Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | 90 | Unit of competency |
| BAL56 | AHCTRF401 | Develop a sports turf maintenance program | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BAT82 | AHCWHS401 | Maintain work health and safety processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C8229 | PSPPM402B | Manage simple projects | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BAQ51 | AHCPGD402 | Plan a plant establishment program | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAM41 | AHCPCM401 | Recommend plants and cultural practices | 45 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from the elective units listed below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D504 | AHC40510 | Certificate IV in Parks and Gardens | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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