Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Arboriculture
Diploma of Arboriculture
Qualification
National Code:
AHC50510
AHC50510
State Code:
D517
D517
TGA Status:
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0503 - Horticulture And Viticulture
Original TGA Release Date
10/06/2011
Approved Date
13/12/2011
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
514
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2011
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 10/06/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
The Diploma of Arboriculture reflects the role of personnel working as consultant arborists.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Completion of ten (10) units made up of:- five (5) core units and
- five (5) elective units.
- a minimum of three (3) units must come from the elective units list
- a maximum of two (2) units may be selected from the elective units or from units aligned to Certificate IV or above in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed training package or accredited course. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in the arboriculture industry.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6665 | AHCARB501A | Assess trees | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6668 | AHCARB504A | Develop a tree protection program | 24 | Unit of competency |
| D6667 | AHCARB503A | Diagnose tree diseases | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D6669 | AHCARB505A | Document and audit tree work | 90 | Unit of competency |
| D6666 | AHCARB502A | Identify, select and specify trees | 120 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
A minimum of three (3) units must come from the elective units list.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0971 | BSBRES401A | Analyse and present research information | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7326 | AHCWRK504A | Assess new industry developments | 120 | Unit of competency |
| D7155 | AHCPCM601A | Develop and implement a plant health management strategy | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D7328 | AHCWRK507A | Implement professional practice | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7329 | AHCWRK508A | Interpret legislation | 100 | Unit of competency |
| D7095 | AHCOHS501A | Manage Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6741 | AHCBUS503A | Negotiate and monitor contracts | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D6742 | AHCBUS504A | Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders | 55 | Unit of competency |
| D7325 | AHCWRK503A | Prepare reports | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D7330 | AHCWRK509A | Provide specialist advice to clients | 55 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S359 | RTF50203 | Diploma of Horticulture (Arboriculture) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BCZ3 | AHC50516 | Diploma of Arboriculture | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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