Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Aboriginal Sites Work
Certificate III in Aboriginal Sites Work
AHC32516
BDD7
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 14/09/2016 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
The qualification enables individuals to undertake work associated with inspecting, documenting and maintaining Aboriginal cultural and heritage sites.
The qualification enables individuals to operate under recognised, appropriate cultural supervision to undertake work associated with inspecting, documenting and maintaining Aboriginal cultural and heritage sites.
There are no entry requirements for this qualification, although it is recommended that participants undertaking this qualification seek the endorsement of their local Aboriginal Community and local Aboriginal leadership when enrolling in this qualification.
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)Core Units = nine (9)
Elective Units = six (6)
- select four (4) units from Group A
- select two (2) additional units from Group A or Group B or from the elective list of any Certificate II, III or IV in this or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in Aboriginal sites work and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 3
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAS89 | AHCASW308 | Apply cultural significance to Aboriginal sites and landscapes | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAQ27 | AHCASW313 | Apply knowledge of relevant legislation to Aboriginal sites work | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAP92 | AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAL82 | AHCILM306 | Follow Aboriginal cultural protocols | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAO53 | AHCASW303 | Identify and record Aboriginal sites, objects and cultural landscapes | 55 | Unit of competency |
| BAP28 | AHCASW312 | Maintain an Aboriginal cultural site | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAM71 | AHCASW310 | Move and store Aboriginal cultural material | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAT44 | AHCASW301 | Protect places of Aboriginal cultural significance | 60 | Unit of competency |
| BAL67 | AHCASW302 | Relate Aboriginal culture to sites work | 45 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAN88 | AHCILM307 | Implement Aboriginal cultural burning practices | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAL78 | AHCASW309 | Interpret Aboriginal cultural landscape | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAM84 | AHCILM510 | Plan for successful cultural practice at work | 50 | Unit of competency |
| BAL79 | AHCASW307 | Support the documentation of Aboriginal cultural landscapes | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAM36 | AHCASW306 | Use technology in Aboriginal sites work | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAL40 | AHCASW305 | Work with Aboriginal ceremonial secret sacred materials | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAN76 | AHCILM305 | Work with an Aboriginal Community or organisation | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J516 | AHC32513 | Certificate III in Aboriginal-sites Work | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJA8 | AHC32522 | Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Sites Work | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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