Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Horticulture
Certificate IV in Horticulture
AHC40410
D503
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 15/10/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade skills and knowledge across a broad coverage of the industry prior to undertaking higher level roles in the industry.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Completion of twelve (12) units made up of:- one (1) core unit and
- eleven (11) elective units.
- a minimum of five (5) units must come from elective group A
- a minimum of two (2) units must come from elective groups A or B
- a maximum of four (4) units may be selected from units aligned to Certificates III, IV or Diploma in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course. Selected units must meet job outcomes relevant to horticulture.
1. Core Unit
One (1) unit must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7094 | AHCOHS401A | Maintain occupational health and safety (OHS) processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of five (5) units must come from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7135 | AHCPMG408A | Assess and monitor weed, pest and/or disease control programs | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D7115 | AHCPGD401A | Design plant displays | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D7150 | AHCPCM402A | Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | 90 | Unit of competency |
| D7261 | AHCTRF401A | Develop a sports turf maintenance program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7099 | AHCORG403A | Manage organic soil improvement | 100 | Unit of competency |
| D7116 | AHCPGD402A | Plan a plant establishment program | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D7262 | AHCTRF402A | Plan and implement sports turf renovation | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D7149 | AHCPCM401A | Recommend plants and cultural practices | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D7245 | AHCSOL401A | Sample soils and interpret results | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6925 | AHCLSC401A | Supervise landscape project works | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
A minimum of two (2) units must come from Groups A or B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S350 | RTF40103 | Certificate IV in Horticulture | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCW2 | AHC40416 | Certificate IV in Horticulture | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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