Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Rural Operations
Certificate III in Rural Operations
AHC32810
D494
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/06/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides an occupational outcome in agriculture, horticulture and conservation land management and at least one and up to three other related industries.
Depending on the units selected individuals will be able to seek employment not only in rural industries but also other industry sectors, such as local government, tourism, hospitality, transport, construction, information technology and metals.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Completion of sixteen (16) units made up of:- two (2) core units and
- fourteen (14) elective units;
- a minimum of seven (7) units from Certificate III in the AHC10 endorsed training package
- a maximum of seven (7) units must come from units aligned to Certificates II, III or IV from up to three (3) other currently endorsed training packages or accredited courses. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in AgriFood industries.
1. Core Units
Two (2) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D7093 | AHCOHS301A | Contribute to OHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D7318 | AHCWRK313A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
- A minimum of seven (7) units from Certificate III in the AHC10 endorsed training package
- A maximum of seven (7) units must come from units aligned to Certificates II, III or IV from up to three (3) other currently endorsed training packages or accredited courses.
Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in AgriFood industries.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S393 | RTE31903 | Certificate III in Rural Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCX5 | AHC32816 | Certificate III in Rural Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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