This qualification provides an occupational outcome for industries and agencies in rural and regional Australia.
Depending on the units selected individuals can be employed not only in rural industries but also other rural and regional sectors, such as local government, tourism, hospitality, transport, construction, community services, information technology and metals.
Industry expects individuals with this qualification to carry out routine tasks under general supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work.
Pathways from the qualification
On completion of this course, you can continue your journey in agriculture by progressing through higher qualifications. Some of the qualifications available include:
Certificate III | Certificate IV | Diplomas |
Certificate III in Rural Operations Certificate III in Agriculture Certificate III in Horticulture Certificate III Rural and Environmental Pest Management Certificate III in Lands, Parks and Wildlife |
Certificate IV in Agriculture Certificate IV in Pest Management Certificate IV in Horticulture |
Diploma of Agriculture Diploma of Agribusiness Management Diploma of Retail Nursery Management Diploma of Horticulture |
Packaging rules:
15 units must be completed:
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:
Below is a sample unit list.
Core Unit
Elective Units
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Course Code:
AHC21216
Qualification:
Certificate II
Delivery mode:
New Entrant Traineeship
School Based Traineeship
Fee for Service
Course Fees:
New traineeships commencing from 1 January 2020 are fully subsidised by the NSW Government under Smart and Skilled.
For traineeships commenced prior to 1 January 2020, student fees are capped at $1,000 with the remaining qualification price subsidised under NSW Smart and Skilled.
For Fee for Service, contact us for a quote.