Qualification Outline
21/07/2026 11:13 PM AWST
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Certificate II in Arboriculture
Certificate II in Arboriculture
AHC20513
J792
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 18/12/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides an occupational outcome in arboriculture. The arboriculture industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
This qualification does not require a person to climb trees, however, units that include the basic skills and knowledge required to climb trees are included in the list of elective units.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Completion of fifteen (15) units made up of:- eight (8) core units
- seven (7) elective units, of which:
- a minimum of four (4) units must be selected from the elective unit list
- a maximum of three (3) units may be selected from units packaged in Certificates II or III in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed training package or accredited course. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in the arboriculture industry.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9435 | CPCCOHS2001A | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D6649 | AHCARB202A | Fell small trees | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6027 | FPIHAR2206B | Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6654 | AHCARB207A | Perform ground based rigging | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD144 | HLTFA211A | Provide basic emergency life support | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D5061 | TLID1001A | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3827 | FPICOT2239A | Trim and cut felled trees | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6653 | AHCARB206A | Undertake stump removal | 24 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
A minimum of four (4) of the seven (7) elective units required must be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D455 | AHC20510 | Certificate II in Arboriculture | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCX6 | AHC20516 | Certificate II in Arboriculture | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
For elite athletes the minimum hours of employment are 7.5 hours per week, which can be averaged over six month periods.