Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Agriculture
Certificate IV in Agriculture
AHC40122
BJA4
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 11/02/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 24/01/2023 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for supervisory/managerial job roles in the agriculture industry including farm supervisor, and farm team leader.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks involving technical skills, problem solving and supervisory skills to operate, monitor and improve performance of agricultural systems and projects, and may supervise staff.
This qualification applies to individuals with existing agriculture industry experience and technical skills and knowledge gained through training or employment specifically in the agriculture industry.
Work must comply with health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
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:- twelve (12) units of competency:
- two (2) core unit plus
- ten (10) 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 can be chosen to provide a general qualification or a qualification with a specialisation.
For the award of the Certificate IV in Agriculture choose:
- four (4) units from group A
- four (4) units not already selected from groups A or B
- two (2) units from the remaining units listed in groups A or B, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course
For the award of the Certificate IV in Agriculture (Organic Production) choose:
- four (4) units from group A with the unit code AHCORG
- four (4) units not already selected from groups A or B
- the remaining two (2) units must be selected from the electives listed in groups A or B, or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course
1. Core Units
Two (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFB34 | AHCWRK410 | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OFC34 | AHCWHS402 | Maintain workplace health and safety processes | 65 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
For the award of the Certificate IV in Agriculture choose four (4)units from group A.
For the award of the Certificate IV in Agriculture (Organic Production) choose four (4) units from group A with the unit code AHCORG.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to six (6) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group C Elective Units
The electives from group C can only be selected where required as a prerequisite.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODV44 | ACMEQU212 | Handle horses safely | 90 | Unit of competency |
| ODV53 | ACMEQU423 | Manage selection of horse for handler, rider or driver | 55 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDF2 | AHC40116 | Certificate IV in Agriculture | Qualification |
| BDC8 | AHC41616 | Certificate IV in Organic Farming | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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