Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 12:00 PM AWST
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Certificate I in Permaculture
Certificate I in Permaculture
AHC10416
BCZ1
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 13/02/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 24/12/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 14/09/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification an entry-level qualification aimed at individuals entering the permaculture industry. It allows individuals to develop basic skills and knowledge to prepare for work. They may undertake a range of simple tasks under close supervision. The range of technical skills and knowledge is limited.
The qualification is suited to VET in Schools programs or learners with no previous connection to permaculture or relevant employment history.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- Seven (7) units of competency:
- Four (4) core units plus
- Three (3) 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 at least two (2) units from the elective list
- One (1) unit may be selected from the elective list, or this or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course.
Selected unit must be relevant to job outcomes in Permaculture and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 1.
1. Core Units
Four (4) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAO09 | AHCPER101 | Observe permaculture principles and work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAS95 | AHCPER103 | Support plant care in a permaculture system | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAO20 | AHCPER102 | Support resource conservation practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAT90 | AHCWHS101 | Work safely | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may be selected from the elective units listed below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAP52 | AHCWRK101 | Maintain the workplace | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCT55 | AHCECR101 | Support ecological restoration | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAT54 | AHCORG101 | Support organic production | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAR88 | AHCPER212 | Use and maintain garden hand tools and equipment | 25 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJB7 | AHC10422 | Certificate I in Permaculture | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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