Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Arboriculture
Diploma of Arboriculture
AHC50524
BJR3
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 | 01/05/2024 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for consulting arborists and tree managers.
Graduates with this qualification assess trees and produce reports and documentation attesting to the health and risks related to trees. They diagnose tree disorders and defects, document and communicate recommendations for tree establishment, canopy management, tree remediation, environmental and habitat development and tree removals, within a legislative and regulatory framework.
Legislation, regulations and by-laws relating to the establishment, treatment and removal of trees apply in some States and Territories.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- ten (10) units of competency:
- eight (8) core units plus
- two (2) 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 are to be chosen as follows:
- at least one (1) unit from the elective list.
- one (1) additional unit may be selected from the elective list, or from this or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course that reflect outcomes at AQF level 4 or above.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBV59 | AHCARB509 | Develop an arboricultural impact assessment report | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OBV65 | AHCARB514 | Diagnose tree diseases | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBV57 | AHCARB513 | Examine and assess trees | 110 | Unit of competency |
| OBV37 | AHCARB508 | Identify, select and specify trees | 110 | Unit of competency |
| OFC75 | AHCWRK517 | Interpret legislation | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OBV51 | AHCARB408 | Perform a ground-based tree defect evaluation | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OBV67 | AHCARB511 | Prepare arborist reports | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OBV68 | AHCARB510 | Specify and audit tree work | 90 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be chosen from the elective units listed below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFG3 | AHC50520 | Diploma of Arboriculture | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
To commence this qualification an individual must have achieved the following units of competency or their equivalent:
AHCARB314 Implement a tree maintenance program
AHCARB316 Perform pruning operations
AHCARB323 Identify trees.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships