Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
3 |
AHC10v5 |
Equivalent imported units updated |
2 |
AHC10v4 |
Equivalent imported units updated |
1 |
AHC10 |
Initial release |
Description
This qualification underpins a range of work functions and job roles that can lead to a horticultural trade qualification.
Pathways Information
Qualification pathways
Pathways into the qualification
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.
Pathways from the qualification
Further training pathways from this qualification include any of the specialist qualifications at Certificate III.
Licensing considerations
There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification.
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Horticulture worker
- Horticulture assistant.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Pathways Information
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employability Skills Summary
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY |
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Employability Skill |
Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include : |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem-solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
Packaging Rules
Completion of fifteen (15) units made up of two (2) core units and thirteen (13) elective units.
ELECTIVE UNITS
- a minimum of three (3) units must come from elective group A
- a minimum of seven (7) units must come from elective groups A or B
- a maximum of three (3) units may be selected from units aligned to Certificates II or III in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Selected units must meet job outcomes relevant to horticulture.
CORE UNITS
Occupational Health and Safety
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCOHS201A |
Participate in OHS processes |
Work
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCWRK209A |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP A
Plants
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCPCM201A |
Recognise plants |
AHCPCM202A |
Collect, prepare and preserve plant specimens |
Arboriculture
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCARB201A |
Apply a range of treatments to trees |
AHCARB202A |
Fell small trees |
AHCARB203A |
Perform above ground pruning |
AHCARB204A |
Undertake standard climbing techniques |
AHCARB205A |
Operate and maintain chainsaws |
AHCARB206A |
Undertake stump removal |
FPICOT2221B |
Trim and cross cut felled trees |
FPIFGM2208A |
Fall trees manually (basic) |
FPIFGM3204A |
Fall trees manually (intermediate) |
FPIHAR2206B |
Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher |
Landscape
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCLSC201A |
Assist with landscape construction work |
AHCLSC202A |
Construct low-profile timber or modular retaining walls |
AHCLSC203A |
Install aggregate paths |
AHCLSC204A |
Lay paving |
AHCLSC205A |
Install tree protection devices |
Nursery
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCNSY201A |
Pot up plants |
AHCNSY202A |
Tend nursery plants |
AHCNSY203A |
Undertake propagation activities |
AHCNSY204A |
Maintain indoor plants |
Parks and gardens
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCPGD201A |
Plant trees and shrubs |
AHCPGD202A |
Prepare and maintain plant displays |
AHCPGD203A |
Prune shrubs and small trees |
AHCPGD204A |
Transplant small trees |
AHCPGD205A |
Prepare a grave site |
AHCPGD206A |
Conduct visual inspection of park facilities |
Turf
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCTRF201A |
Assist with turf construction |
AHCTRF202A |
Prepare turf surfaces for play |
AHCTRF203A |
Renovate grassed areas |
AHCTRF204A |
Support turf establishment |
ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP B
Chemicals
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCCHM201A |
Apply chemicals under supervision |
Infrastructure
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCINF203A |
Maintain properties and structures |
AHCINF204A |
Fabricate and repair metal or plastic structures |
Irrigation
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCIRG202A |
Assist with the operation of pressurised irrigation |
AHCIRG203A |
Install micro-irrigation systems |
AHCIRG204A |
Lay irrigation and/or drainage pipes |
AHCIRG206A |
Maintain pressurised irrigation systems |
Machinery operation and maintenance
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCMOM202A |
Operate tractors |
AHCMOM203A |
Operate basic machinery and equipment |
AHCMOM204A |
Undertake operational maintenance of machinery |
AHCMOM205A |
Operate vehicles |
AHCMOM211A |
Operate side by side utility vehicles |
AHCMOM212A |
Operate quad bikes |
Merchandising and sales
Unit code |
Unit title |
SIRXADM001A |
Apply retail office procedures |
SIRXCCS201 |
Apply point-of-sale handling procedures |
SIRXCCS202 |
Interact with customers |
SIRXCLM001A |
Organise and maintain work areas |
SIRXFIN201 |
Balance and secure point-of-sale terminal |
SIRXFIN002A |
Perform retail finance duties |
SIRXINV002A |
Maintain and order stock |
SIRXICT001A |
Operate retail technology |
SIRXMER201 |
Merchandise products |
SIRXSLS201 |
Sell products and services |
SIRXSLS002A |
Advise on products and services |
Pest management
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCPMG201A |
Treat weeds |
AHCPMG202A |
Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
Soils and media
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCSOL201A |
Determine basic properties of soil and/or growing media |
Tools and equipment
Unit code |
Unit title |
MEM18001C |
Use hand tools |
MEM18002B |
Use power tools/hand held operations |
Work
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCWRK204A |
Work effectively in the industry |
AHCWRK205A |
Participate in workplace communications |
AHCWRK206A |
Observe enterprise quality assurance procedures |
AHCWRK207A |
Collect and record production data |
AHCWRK208A |
Provide information on products and services |
AHCWRK209A |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
TLID1001A |
Shift materials safely using manual handling methods |