Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
3 |
AHC10v5 |
Added elective AHCWRK311A Conduct site inspection |
2 |
AHC10v3 |
Corrected unit AHCPCM303A name in unit grid |
1 |
AHC10 |
Initial release |
Description
This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in amenity horticulture. It is not a suitable pathway for horticultural trades.
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 IV.
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Horticulturist
- Gardener.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
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 sixteen (16) units made up of two (2) core units and fourteen (14) elective units.
ELECTIVE UNITS
- a minimum of eight (8) units must come from elective group A
- a minimum of three (3) units must come from elective groups A or B
- a maximum of three (3) units may be selected from units aligned to Certificates II, III or IV 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 |
AHCOHS301A |
Contribute to OHS processes |
Work
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCWRK313A |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP A
Arboriculture
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCARB301A |
Implement a tree maintenance program |
AHCARB302A |
Conduct tree inspections |
AHCARB303A |
Implement a tree pruning program |
AHCARB304A |
Fell trees with advanced techniques |
AHCARB305A |
Remove trees in confined spaces |
AHCARB306A |
Undertake aerial rescue |
AHCARB307A |
Undertake complex tree climbing |
AHCARB308A |
Install cable and bracing |
AHCARB309A |
Implement a tree protection program |
FPIFGM3205A |
Fall trees manually (advanced) |
Landscape
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCLSC301A |
Set out site for construction works |
AHCLSC302A |
Construct landscape features using concrete |
AHCLSC303A |
Construct brick and or block structures and features |
AHCLSC304A |
Erect timber structures and features |
AHCLSC305A |
Construct stone structures and features |
AHCLSC306A |
Implement a paving project |
AHCLSC307A |
Implement a retaining wall project |
AHCLSC308A |
Install metal structures and features |
AHCLSC309A |
Install water features |
AHCLSC310A |
Implement a tree transplanting program |
Nursery
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCNSY301A |
Maintain nursery plants |
AHCNSY302A |
Receive and dispatch nursery products |
AHCNSY303A |
Install and maintain plant displays |
AHCNSY304A |
Deliver and promote sales of plants |
AHCNSY305A |
Prepare specialised plants |
AHCNSY306A |
Implement a propagation plan |
AHCNSY307A |
Operate fertigation equipment |
Parks and gardens
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCPGD301A |
Implement a plant establishment program |
AHCPGD302A |
Plan and maintain plant displays |
AHCPGD303A |
Perform specialist amenity pruning |
AHCPGD304A |
Implement a landscape maintenance program |
AHCPGD305A |
Conduct operational inspection of park facilities |
AHCPGD306A |
Implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment |
Pest management
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCPMG301A |
Control weeds |
AHCPMG302A |
Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
Plants
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCPCM301A |
Implement a plant nutrition program |
AHCPCM302A |
Provide information on plants and their culture |
AHCPCM303A |
Identify plant specimens |
Soils and media
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCSOL301A |
Prepare growing media |
AHCSOL302A |
Construct a soil profile |
Turf
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCTRF301A |
Construct turf playing surfaces |
AHCTRF302A |
Establish turf |
AHCTRF303A |
Implement a grassed area maintenance program |
AHCTRF304A |
Monitor turf health |
AHCTRF305A |
Renovate sports turf |
ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP B
Biosecurity
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCBIO301A |
Work effectively in an emergency disease or plant pest response |
AHCBIO302A |
Identify and report unusual disease or plant pest signs |
AHCBIO303A |
Carry out emergency disease or plant pest control procedures at infected premises |
AHCBIO304A |
Carry out movement and security procedures |
AHCBIO305A |
Monitor and review biosecurity measures |
Chemicals
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCCHM303A |
Prepare and apply chemicals |
AHCCHM304A |
Transport, handle and store chemicals |
Irrigation
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCIRG301A |
Implement a maintenance program for an irrigation system |
AHCIRG302A |
Install irrigation systems |
AHCIRG303A |
Measure irrigation delivery system performance |
AHCIRG305A |
Operate pressurised irrigation systems |
AHCIRG306A |
Troubleshoot irrigation systems |
Machinery operation and maintenance
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCMOM304A |
Operate machinery and equipment |
Water
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCWAT301A |
Monitor and operate water treatment processes |
Work
Unit code |
Unit title |
AHCWRK305A |
Coordinate work site activities |
AHCWRK311A |
Conduct site inspection |
RIIOHS302A |
Implement traffic management plan |