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Qualification Details

AHC31910 - Certificate III in Weed Management (Release 3)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

AHC31910 Certificate III in Weed Management (Release 3) Qualification is offered by Get Qualified Australia via our RTO partners using a combination of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Skills Recognition.

Wherever possible, the qualification will be fully assessed using your career experience without the need for further study. If required, gap training is available from our RTO partners.

Description

This qualification reflects the skills and knowledge required of individuals and provides a general vocational outcome in weed management. The weed management industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging Rules

Completion of

• twelve (12) units made up of

• three (3) core units and

• nine (9) elective units.

• a minimum of four (4) units must come from elective group A
• a minimum of three (3) units must come from elective groups A or B
• a maximum of two (2) units may be selected from units aligned to from Certificates II, III or IV in AHC10 or from any other currently endorsed training package or accredited course. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in weed management.

CORE UNITS 

Occupational Health and Safety 

AHCOHS301A Contribute to OHS processes

Chemicals 

AHCCHM303A Prepare and apply chemicals

Work 

AHCWRK313A Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP A 

Biosecurity 

AHCBIO201A Inspect and clean machinery for plant, animal and soil material

AHCBIO302A Identify and report unusual disease or plant pest signs

Pest management 

AHCPMG301A Control weeds

AHCPMG303A Maintain biological cultures

AHCPMG304A Release biological agents

Chemicals 

AHCCHM301A Conduct fumigation in enclosed spaces

AHCCHM304A Transport, handle and store chemicals

Machinery operation and maintenance 

AHCMOM315A Operate chemical application machinery and equipment

Plants 

AHCPCM302A Provide information on plants and their culture

AHCPCM303A Identify plant specimens

Work 

AHCWRK404A Ensure compliance with pest legislation

ELECTIVE UNITS GROUP B 

Machinery operation and maintenance 

AHCMOM305A Operate specialised machinery and equipment

FPICOT2234B Operate 4x4 vehicle

Work 

AHCWRK302A Monitor weather conditions

AHCWRK303A Respond to emergencies

AHCWRK305A Coordinate work site activities

AHCWRK311A Conduct site inspections

AHCWRK404A Ensure compliance with pest legislation

CPPSIS4005A Collect basic GPS data

Licencing Information

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :

Communication

• Listening and understanding
• Speaking clearly and directly
• Reading and interpreting workplace related documentation
• Applying numeracy skills to workplace requirements

Teamwork

• Working as an individual and a team member
• Working with diverse individuals and groups
• Applying knowledge of own role as a part of a team

Problem-solving

• Developing practical and creative solutions to workplace problems
• Showing interdependence and initiative in identifying problems
• Solving problems individually or in teams

Initiative and enterprise

• Adapting to new situations
• Being creative in response to workplace challenges
• Identifying opportunities that might not be obvious to others

Planning and organising

• Collecting analysing and organising information
• Being appropriately resourceful

Self-management

• Monitoring and evaluating own performance
• Taking responsibility at the appropriate level

Learning

• Being open to learning, new ideas and techniques
• Learning in a range of settings including informal learning

Technology

• Using technology and related workplace equipment
• Using basic technology skills
• Applying OHS knowledge when using technology

Pathway Information

Pathways into the qualification 

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.

Pathways from the qualification 

Further training pathways from this qualification include, but are not limited to, Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management or Diploma of Pest Management.

Australian Apprenticeships 

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship.

Job roles 

Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:

Pest Management Technician (Weed Control)