Qualification details

Modification History

Release	TP Version	Comments
4	AHC10v5	Equivalent imported units updated
3	AHC10v4	Equivalent imported units updated
2	AHC10v3	Corrected Unit AHCPCM303A name in unit grid
1	AHC10	Initial release

Description

This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in arboriculture. The arboriculture industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.

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, but are not limited to, Diploma of Arboriculture.

Australian Apprenticeships 

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.

Job roles 

Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

Arborist

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements 

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Employability Skills Summary

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS QUALIFICATION SUMMARY
Employability Skill	Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :
Communication	Listening and understanding Speaking clearly and directly Reading and interpreting workplace related documentation Interpreting the needs of internal/external customers Applying numeracy skills to workplace requirements
Teamwork	Working as an individual and a team member Working with diverse individuals and groups Applying knowledge of own role as a part of a team
Problem-solving	Developing practical and creative solutions to workplace problems Showing interdependence and initiative in identifying problems Solving problems individually or in teams
Initiative and enterprise	Adapting to new situations
Planning and organising	Collecting analysing and organising information Taking initiative and making decisions within workplace role Managing time and priorities
Self-management	Taking responsibility at the appropriate level
Learning	Learning new skills and techniques Participating in ongoing learning
Technology	Using technology and related workplace equipment Using basic technology skills Applying OHS knowledge when using technology

Packaging Rules

Packaging Rules 

Completion of 15 units made up of two (2) core units and thirteen (13) elective units.

ELECTIVE UNITS 

• a minimum of seven (7) units must come from elective group A
• a minimum of four (4) units must come from elective groups A or B
• a maximum of two (2) units may be selected from units aligned to Certificates II, III, IV or Diploma in AHC10 or from any other endorsed training package. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in the arboriculture industry.

CORE UNITS 

Occupational Health and Safety 

CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

Arboriculture 

AHCARB310A Perform aerial rigging

ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP A 

Arboriculture 

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

FPICOT2221B Trim and cross cut felled trees

ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP B 

Arboriculture 

AHCARB308A Install cable and bracing

FPIFGM3204A Fall trees manually (intermediate)

FPIFGM3205A Fall trees manually (advanced)

Chemicals 

AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals

AHCCHM304A Transport, handle and store chemicals

First Aid 

HLTFA201A Provide basic emergency life support

Machinery operation and maintenance 

AHCMOM207A Conduct front end loader operations

CPCCCM2010B Work safely at heights

CPCCCM3001C Operate elevated work platforms

RIIMPO318B Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations

TLILIC2005A Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 meters or more)

Plants 

AHCPCM303A Identify plant specimens

Work 

AHCWRK305A Coordinate work site activities

AHCWRK313A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

AHCWRK311A Conduct site inspections

CPCCCM3003A Work safely around power sources, services and assets

CPCCDO3001A Perform dogging

RIIOHS302A Implement traffic management plan