Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comment |
1 |
AHCv1.0 |
Initial release |
Qualification Description
This qualification provides an occupational outcome in production nursery industry. The nursery industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
Job roles and titles covered by this qualification may include:
- production nursery assistant
No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 16
- Core Units = 9
- Elective Units = 7
Core Units
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCCHM201 |
Apply chemicals under supervision |
AHCIRG217 |
Assist with pressurised irrigation operations |
AHCNSY201 |
Pot up plants |
AHCNSY202 |
Care for nursery plants |
AHCNSY203 |
Undertake propagation activities |
AHCPCM201 |
Recognise plants |
AHCPMG201 |
Treat weeds |
AHCPMG202 |
Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
AHCWHS201 |
Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective Units
- Select 5 units from list below
- 2 units may be selected from units listed in Certificates II or III of this or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course
Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in nursery production and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 2
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCBIO201 |
Inspect and clean machinery for plant, animal and soil material |
AHCBIO202 |
Follow site quarantine procedures |
AHCDRG201 |
Maintain drainage systems |
AHCINF203 |
Maintain properties and structures |
AHCMOM202 |
Operate tractors |
AHCMOM203 |
Operate basic machinery and equipment |
AHCMOM211 |
Operate side by side utility vehicles |
AHCNSY204 |
Maintain indoor plants |
AHCPGD203 |
Prune shrubs and small trees |
AHCSOL202 |
Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
AHCWRK204 |
Work effectively in the industry |
AHCWRK209 |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
HLTAID002 |
Provide basic emergency life support |
Qualification Mapping Information
This qualification is equivalent to AHC20710 Certificate II in Production Nursery.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=c6399549-9c62-4a5e-bf1a-524b2322cf72