AHC21616 Certificate II in Landscaping

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DURATION

RPL is a Fast Track process that can be completed in a short time frame. It's based on skills, knowledge and evidence you have accquired over the years to meet the requirements for the qualification. Maximum 24 months enrolment period to complete.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

This Nationally Recognised qualification provides a trade outcome for persons seeking recognition as a qualified landscaper covering work in residential and commercial applications.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To gain entry into the AHC21616 Certificate II in Landscaping, it is recommended that you have:

Have been employed in the field of landscaping and have a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in residential or commercial applications
Before enrolling in this course you must successfully complete the WHS Induction Training (White Card) which will allow you entry into a construction site. Achievement of unit CPCCWHS1001A covers this requirement

RPL - Must be older than 18 years of age to enrol. A student younger would find it hard to have gained the level of knowledge and skills gained through life, work and study, that is required to meet the criteria of RPL.

WHAT WILL I LEARN

This qualification provides you with the required skills to become a landscaper covering work in commercial and residential building projects.

DELIVERY

Full Course, Online Delivery, Blended Delivery includes workplace training and assessment

RPL pathway. Gap training is provided if applicable (please refer to the fees section for applicable fees)

RPL pathway, gap training will be conducted via distance and through workplace training. The learning component of the qualification is customised to suit the individual client needs. Accelerated learning is open to all participants providing that they are able to demonstrate competency in all units required to gain the qualification.

Upon enrolment, the student will be provided with an RPL Evidence Application to complete in their own time, which will enable them to provide evidence of their experience. Once the RPL Evidence Application has been completed and submitted to the Registered Training Organisation (RTO), then an assessor will check your file and contact you to arrange an interview.

Evidence for RPL may include:

Proven work experience
Life experiences (including voluntary work and leisure pursuits)
Previous study e.g. qualifications, industry training, professional development programs or units
References from qualified tradespersons

During your interview this will allow the student to explain the evidence provided, and allow the assessor to question the candidate on their knowledge skill and experience. The assessor may also conduct site visits to confirm the candidate’s level of knowledge and skill. If gaps in knowledge, skill or experience are identified, further training can be provided for the candidate to obtain the qualification. The duration of this training is dependent on the individual candidate’s prior and current work experience.

UNITS OF COMPETENCY

Total number of units = Fifteen (15)

Eight (8) core units
Seven (7) elective units

Core Units of Competency

AHCLSC201 Assist with landscape construction work
AHCLSC202 Construct low-profile timber or modular retaining walls
AHCLSC203 Install aggregate paths
AHCLSC204 Lay paving
AHCMOM203 Operate basic machinery and equipment
AHCPGD201 Plant trees and shrubs
AHCPCM201 Recognise plants
AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes

Elective Units of Competency

AHCARB211 Apply treatments to trees
AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision
AHCINF203 Maintain properties and structures
AHCINF204 Fabricate and repair metal or plastic structures
AHCIRG219 Assist with low volume irrigation operations
AHCIRG221 Assist with pressurised irrigation operations
AHCLSC205 Install tree protection devices
AHCMOM202 Operate tractors
AHCMOM204 Undertake operational maintenance of machinery
AHCMOM205 Operate vehicles
AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws
AHCPGD202 Prepare and maintain plant displays
AHCPGD203 Prune shrubs and small trees
AHCPGD204 Transplant small trees
AHCPMG201 Treat weeds
AHCPMG202 Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
AHCTRF205 Assist in the preparation of turf surfaces for play
AHCTRF206 Assist with turf construction
AHCTRF207 Renovate grassed areas
AHCTRF208 Support turf establishment
AHCWRK204 Work effectively in the industry
AHCWRK205 Participate in workplace communications
AHCWRK206 Observe enterprise quality assurance procedures
AHCWRK208 Provide information on products and services
AHCWRK209 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS/METHODS

Recognition of Prior Learning assessments are evidence-based. You will be assigned a qualified assessor who will be available to answer questions and support the RPL process. You must be able to provide evidence of your skills and knowledge for an assessor to deem you ‘competent’. Enrolling as an RPL candidate doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be successful in your application for recognition.

COURSE / QUAL RECOGNITION

This qualification provides a nationally recognised trade outcome in landscaping, covering work in residential and commercial applications.

AHC21616 Certificate II in Landscaping
The qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as a specialist field of work.

This qualification is recognised by all state builder regulators including Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), Fairtrading NSW, Victorian Building Authority (VBA), WA Building Commission, SA Consumer & Business Services.

What are the Pathways

After successful attainment of this qualification many go onto upgrading to other trades licenses, and enrolling into qualifications such as:

Licensing Requirements

This qualification is recognised by building licence regulators in Australian States and Territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority in your area.

To work as a Builder or Contractor in Australia you must have a licence or be registered.

A licence or registration may require a combination of technical qualification, experience, skills and knowledge prior to application. One step in the process of gaining your licence or registration is to complete training which has been approved by the licensing body in your state.

Resources

Gap training requires access to a worksite and tools. Please check the student handbook for the list of resources required for each unit of competency. If you require access to a worksite, you will need to inform National Skills prior to enrolment so we can arrange access to a worksite for you.