Key Takeaways:
- The AHC training package is updated to keep agriculture, horticulture, conservation, land management, and related training products aligned with current industry skills and workplace practices.
- Each training package update can affect qualifications, units, skill sets, packaging rules, assessment requirements, and transition arrangements, so RTOs should review changes early.
- RTOs delivering superseded AHC training products must check transition timeframes and plan learner completion or transfer pathways in line with regulatory requirements.
- Updated or new AHC resources may be needed when existing learner materials, assessment tools, mapping documents, or delivery resources no longer align with current training product requirements.
- Accessing the latest AHC materials can help RTOs prepare for upcoming delivery, support trainers and assessors, and reduce disruption during future AHC transitions.
The AHC training package continues to change as Australia’s agriculture, horticulture, and land management sectors evolve. For RTOs, keeping up with each training package update is essential for managing transitions, preparing delivery, and sourcing new AHC resources that align with current requirements.
This blog covers the latest AHC transitions, updates, and resource availability to help your RTO plan ahead with greater clarity. Use it to check what has changed, review affected qualifications and units, and access the latest AHC materials needed to support compliant, flexible training delivery.
12 February 2025 AHC Training Package Update
Release 11.0 Now Available, JSC Project Completions
The AHC training package update was informed by Skills Insight’s Livestock Operations Project and Shearing and Wool Classing Project. These projects focused on aligning AHC qualifications and units with current industry practices across livestock handling, animal behaviour, workplace safety, shearing preparation, wool harvesting, and wool classing processes.
| Affected Qualifications: | Changes: |
| AHC21316 Certificate II in Shearing | Superseded by AHC21325 Certificate II in Shearing |
| AHC21416 Certificate II in Wool Handling | Superseded by AHC21425 Certificate II in Wool Handling |
| AHC32916 Certificate III in Shearing | Superseded by AHC32925 Certificate III in Shearing |
| AHC33016 Certificate III in Wool Clip Preparation | Superseded by AHC33025 Certificate III in Wool Clip Preparation |
| AHC33116 Certificate III in Advanced Wool Handling | Superseded by AHC33125 Certificate III in Advanced Wool Handling |
| AHC33316 Certificate III in Feedlot Operations | Superseded by AHC33325 Certificate III in Feedlot Operations |
| AHC41316 Certificate IV in Wool Classing | Superseded by AHC41325 Certificate IV in Wool Classing |
| AHC10222 Certificate I in Agriculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC21722 Certificate II in Permaculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC30624 Certificate III in Production Horticulture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC31124 Certificate III in Nursery Operations | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC31522 Certificate III in On Country Management | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC31824 Certificate III in Beekeeping | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC32724 Certificate III in Rural Merchandising | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC32822 Certificate III in Rural Operations | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC33722 Certificate III in Protected Horticulture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC33822 Certificate III in Permaculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC40224 Certificate IV in Protected Horticulture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC41024 Certificate IV in Agribusiness | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC42122 Certificate IV in Permaculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC50122 Diploma of Agriculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC50324 Diploma of Production Horticulture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC50524 Diploma of Arboriculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC60524 Advanced Diploma of Arboriculture | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC60319 Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| AHC51920 Diploma of Applied Agronomy | Updated from release 4 to 5 |
| Affected Skill Sets: | Changes: |
| AHCSS00192 Introduction to the Wool Harvesting Industry Skill Set | Newly added |
| AHCSS00068 Production Horticulture Technology Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00193 Production Horticulture Technology Skill Set |
| AHCSS00150 Livestock Health and Welfare Supervisor Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00194 Livestock Health and Welfare Supervisor Skill Set |
| AHCSS00152 Poultry Farm Technician Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00195 Poultry Farm Technician Skill Set |
| AHCSS00153 Poultry Breeding Technician Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00196 Poultry Breeding Technician Skill Set |
| AHCSS00179 Irrigation Meter Installation and Validation Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00197 Irrigation Meter Installation and Validation Skill Set |
| AHCSS00151 Pork Industry Stockperson Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCSS00155 Poultry Services Provider Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCSS00156 Poultry Hatchery Technician Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCSS00183 Firearms Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| Affected Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| AHCLSK236 Handle horses safely for stock work | Newly added |
| AHCLSK237 Brand livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK344 Administer treatments to livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK345 Carry out feedlot operations | Newly added |
| AHCLSK346 Carry out post-mortem examination of livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK347 Maintain livestock water supplies | Newly added |
| AHCLSK348 Coordinate and monitor production performance | Newly added |
| AHCLSK349 Euthanase livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK350 Identify and draft livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK351 Implement animal health control programs | Newly added |
| AHCLSK352 Implement feeding plans for intensive livestock production | Newly added |
| AHCLSK353 Implement feeding plans for livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK354 Monitor livestock production growing environments | Newly added |
| AHCLSK357 Rear newborn and young livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK358 Slaughter livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK359 Coordinate and monitor livestock transport | Newly added |
| AHCLSK360 Service and repair bores and windmills | Newly added |
| AHCLSK361 Transport farm produce or bulk materials | Newly added |
| AHCLSK362 Maintain and monitor feed stocks | Newly added |
| AHCLSK364 Castrate livestock | Newly added |
| AHCLSK365 Mix and mill standard stockfeed | Newly added |
| AHCLSK366 Collect, store and administer colostrum | Newly added |
| AHCLSK367 Remove and facilitate reuse of effluent and manure from an intensive production system | Newly added |
| AHCLSK368 Comply with industry animal welfare requirements | Newly added |
| AHCLSK429 Supervise feedlot operations | Newly added |
| AHCSHG218 Maintain own health to promote personal wellbeing in the wool harvesting industry | Newly added |
| AHCSHG404 Coordinate shearing and wool harvesting teams | Newly added |
| AHCBAC310 Maintain pastures and crops for livestock production | Superseded by AHCBAC318 Maintain pastures and crops for livestock production |
| AHCBUS301 Use hand held e-business tools | Superseded by AHCBUS302 Use portable technology in the workplace |
| AHCHYD301 Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems | Superseded by AHCHYD303 Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems |
| AHCHYD302 Install hydroponic systems | Superseded by AHCHYD304 Install hydroponic systems |
| AHCHYD501 Develop a plan for a hydroponic system | Superseded by AHCHYD502 Develop a plan for a hydroponic system |
| AHCLSK101 Support extensive livestock work | Superseded by AHCLSK103 Support livestock work |
| AHCLSK102 Support intensive livestock work | Superseded by AHCLSK103 Support livestock work |
| AHCLSK201 Assist with feeding in a production system | Superseded by AHCLSK221 Assist with feeding in a production system |
| AHCLSK202 Care for health and welfare of livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK222 Care for health and welfare of livestock |
| AHCLSK204 Carry out regular livestock observation | Superseded by AHCLSK223 Carry out regular livestock observation |
| AHCLSK205 Handle livestock using basic techniques | Superseded by AHCLSK224 Handle livestock using basic techniques |
| AHCLSK206 Identify and mark livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK225 Identify and mark livestock |
| AHCLSK207 Load and unload livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK226 Load and unload livestock |
| AHCLSK209 Monitor water supplies | Superseded by AHCLSK227 Monitor water supplies |
| AHCLSK210 Muster and move livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK228 Muster and move livestock |
| AHCLSK211 Provide feed for livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK229 Provide feed for livestock |
| AHCLSK213 Clean out production sheds | Superseded by AHCLSK230 Clean out production sheds |
| AHCLSK214 Maintain production growing environments | Superseded by AHCLSK231 Maintain production growing environments |
| AHCLSK215 Carry out alpaca handling and husbandry operations | Superseded by AHCLSK232 Carry out alpaca handling and husbandry operations |
| AHCLSK216 Clean and maintain livestock pens | Superseded by AHCLSK233 Clean and maintain livestock pens |
| AHCLSK217 Apply animal welfare principles to handling and husbandry of livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK234 Apply animal welfare principles to handling and husbandry of livestock |
| AHCLSK218 Ride educated horses to carry out basic stock work | Superseded by AHCLSK235 Ride educated horses to carry out basic stock work |
| AHCLSK316 Prepare livestock for competition | Superseded by AHCLSK355 Prepare and present livestock for competition |
| AHCLSK317 Plan to exhibit livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK356 Exhibit livestock |
| AHCLSK324 Care for and train working dogs | Superseded by AHCLSK363 Care for and train working dogs |
| AHCLSK332 Monitor animals in intensive production systems | Superseded by AHCLSK369 Monitor animals in intensive production systems |
| AHCLSK333 Monitor pen condition and ration suitability | Superseded by AHCLSK370 Monitor pen condition and ration suitability |
| AHCLSK334 Plan, prepare and conduct mulesing procedures | Superseded by AHCLSK371 Plan, prepare and conduct mulesing procedures |
| AHCLSK337 Train, care for and ride horses for stock work | Superseded by AHCLSK372 Train, care for and ride horses for stock work |
| AHCLSK401 Develop feeding plans for a production system | Superseded by AHCLSK403 Develop feeding plans for an intensive livestock production system |
| AHCLSK402 Develop livestock feeding plans | Superseded by AHCLSK423 Develop feeding plans for livestock |
| AHCLSK404 Implement and monitor animal welfare programs | Superseded by AHCLSK424 Implement and monitor animal welfare programs |
| AHCLSK405 Implement intensive production systems | Superseded by AHCLSK425 Implement intensive production systems |
| AHCLSK406 Oversee animal marking operations | Superseded by AHCLSK426 Oversee animal marking operations |
| AHCLSK407 Plan and monitor intensive production systems | Superseded by AHCLSK427 Plan and monitor intensive production systems |
| AHCLSK409 Supervise animal health programs | Superseded by AHCLSK428 Supervise animal health programs |
| AHCLSK410 Supervise feedlot operations | Superseded by AHCLSK429 Supervise feedlot operations |
| AHCLSK412 Arrange livestock purchases | Superseded by AHCLSK430 Arrange livestock purchases |
| AHCLSK413 Design livestock handling facilities | Superseded by AHCLSK431 Design livestock handling facilities |
| AHCLSK414 Arrange transport for farm produce or livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK432 Arrange transport for farm produce or livestock |
| AHCLSK418 Escort livestock during export | Superseded by AHCLSK433 Escort livestock during export |
| AHCLSK419 Manage horses for stock work | Superseded by AHCLSK434 Manage horses for stock work |
| AHCLSK501 Manage livestock production | Superseded by AHCLSK511 Manage livestock production |
| AHCLSK502 Arrange marketing of livestock | Superseded by AHCLSK512 Arrange marketing of livestock |
| AHCLSK504 Develop livestock health and welfare strategies | Superseded by AHCLSK513 Develop livestock health and welfare strategies |
| AHCLSK506 Design livestock effluent systems | Superseded by AHCLSK514 Design livestock effluent systems |
| AHCNRM507 Manipulate and analyse data within geographic information systems | Superseded by AHCNRM513 Manipulate and analyse data within geographic information systems |
| AHCPGD205 Prepare a grave site | Superseded by AHCSHG211 Crutch sheep |
| AHCPHT307 Prepare raw materials and compost feedstock | Superseded by AHCSHG212 Assist in preparing for shearing and crutching |
| AHCSHG201 Crutch sheep | Superseded by AHCSHG213 Shear sheep to novice level |
| AHCSHG202 Assist in preparing for shearing and crutching | Superseded by AHCSHG214 Shear sheep to improver level |
| AHCSHG203 Shear sheep to novice level | Superseded by AHCSHG215 Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing |
| AHCSHG204 Shear sheep to improver level | Superseded by AHCSHG216 Prepare handpieces and downtubes for machine shearing |
| AHCSHG205 Grind combs and cutters for machine shearing | Superseded by AHCSHG217 Undertake basic shearing and crutching |
| AHCSHG206 Prepare handpiece and downtube for machine shearing | Superseded by AHCSHG308 Prepare livestock for shearing |
| AHCSHG210 Undertake basic shearing and crutching | Superseded by AHCSHG211 Crutch sheep |
| AHCSHG301 Prepare livestock for shearing | Superseded by AHCSHG212 Assist in preparing for shearing and crutching |
| AHCSHG302 Prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing | Superseded by AHCSHG309 Prepare combs and cutters for machine shearing |
| AHCSHG303 Maintain and service shearing handpieces | Superseded by AHCSHG310 Maintain and service shearing handpieces |
| AHCSHG304 Shear sheep to professional level | Superseded by AHCSHG311 Shear sheep to professional level |
| AHCSHG305 Maintain consistent shearing performance | Superseded by AHCSHG312 Maintain consistent shearing performance |
| AHCSHG306 Carry out post-shearing procedures | Superseded by AHCLSK373 Carry out post-shearing procedures |
| AHCWOL101 Support woolshed activities | Superseded by AHCWOL102 Support woolshed activities |
| AHCWOL201 Pen sheep | Superseded by AHCWOL205 Pen sheep |
| AHCWOL202 Perform board duties | Superseded by AHCWOL206 Perform board duties |
| AHCWOL203 Carry out wool pressing | Superseded by AHCWOL207 Carry out wool pressing |
| AHCWOL301 Appraise wool using industry descriptions | Superseded by AHCWOL302 Appraise wool using industry descriptions |
| AHCWOL304 Prepare fleece wool for classing | Superseded by AHCWOL309 Prepare wool based on its characteristics for classing |
| AHCWOL305 Prepare skirtings and oddments | Superseded by AHCWOL314 Prepare skirtings and oddments |
| AHCWOL306 Supervise clip preparation | Superseded by AHCWOL315 Supervise clip preparation |
| AHCWOL307 Document a wool clip | Superseded by AHCWOL411 Document a wool clip |
| AHCWOL308 Prepare facilities for shearing and crutching | Superseded by AHCWOL316 Prepare facilities for shearing and crutching |
| AHCWOL310 Press wool for a clip | Superseded by AHCWOL317 Press wool for a clip |
| AHCWOL311 Perform shed duties | Superseded by AHCWOL318 Perform shed duties |
| AHCWOL401 Determine wool classing strategies | Superseded by AHCWOL406 Determine wool classing strategies |
| AHCWOL402 Use individual fleece measurements to prepare wool for sale | Superseded by AHCWOL407 Use individual fleece measurements to prepare wool for sale |
| AHCWOL403 Plan, implement and review wool harvesting and clip preparation | Superseded by AHCWOL408 Plan, implement and review wool harvesting and clip preparation |
| AHCWOL404 Establish work routines and manage wool harvesting and preparation staff | Superseded by AHCWOL409 Manage wool harvesting staff |
| AHCWOL405 Class fleece wool | Superseded by AHCWOL410 Class fleece wool |
| AHCWRK601 Monitor projects in a program | Superseded by AHCWRK606 Monitor projects in a program |
| AHCECR203 Perform basic ecological restoration works | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCECR302 Collect and preserve biological samples | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCLSK340 Mate and monitor reproduction of alpacas | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCOCM305 Identify customs and land rights for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCAIS301 Collect semen | Removed |
| AHCAIS302 Process and store semen | Removed |
| AHCBAC204 Prepare grain storages | Removed |
| AHCBAC303 Prepare to receive grains and seeds | Removed |
| AHCBIO302 Identify and report unusual disease or plant pest signs | Removed |
| AHCCHM303 Prepare and apply chemicals | Removed |
| AHCINF204 Fabricate and repair metal or plastic structures | Removed |
| AHCINF301 Implement property improvement, construction and repair | Removed |
| AHCINF302 Plan and construct an electric fence | Removed |
| AHCINF303 Plan and construct conventional fencing | Removed |
| AHCMKH401 Carry out cleaning-time tests of milking machines | Removed |
| AHCMKH402 Design and fabricate milking equipment installations | Removed |
| AHCMKH403 Design and install enterprise milk cooling and storage | Removed |
| AHCMKH404 Install milking equipment | Removed |
| AHCMKH405 Performance test milking machines | Removed |
| AHCMOM211 Operate side by side utility vehicles | Removed |
| AHCMOM212 Operate quad bikes | Removed |
| AHCSHG402 Conduct equipment experting for machine shearing | Removed |
| AHCSHG405 Arrange employment for shearing operations | Removed |
| AHCSHG407 Prepare shearing team wages | Removed |
| AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes | Removed |
| AHCWHS401 Maintain work health and safety processes | Removed |
| AHCWOL303 Prepare wool based on its characteristics | Removed |
| AHCWRK305 Coordinate work site activities | Removed |
| AHCWRK306 Comply with industry quality assurance requirements | Removed |
| AHCWRK308 Handle bulk materials in storage area | Removed |
| AHCWRK309 Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | Removed |
| AHCWRK401 Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures | Removed |
| Affected Imported Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| BSBAUD601 Establish and manage compliance management systems | Newly added |
| BSBOPS406 Participate in organisational governance | Newly added |
| BSBSTR501 Establish innovative work environments | Newly added |
| CPPWMT4005 Implement waste management site safety plans | Newly added |
| FBPGRA3022 Confirm feed product meets animal nutrition requirements | Newly added |
| FNSFLT212 Develop and use savings plans | Newly added |
| ACMEQU406 Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver | Superseded by ACMEQU423 Manage selection of horse for handler, rider or driver |
| BSBMGT623 Monitor corporate governance activities | Superseded by BSBOPS602 Monitor corporate governance activities |
| FDFOP2038A Operate a grinding process | Superseded by FBPOPR2085 Operate a grinding process |
| CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCBC4006 Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCBC4009 Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCBC4026 Arrange building applications and approvals | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCBL2002 Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCCA3018 Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCDO3011 Perform dogging | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCON3041 Place concrete | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCON3042 Finish concrete | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCON3043 Cure concrete | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCST2001 Prepare for stonemasonry construction process | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| MARC037 Operate inboard and outboard motors | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| MARI003 Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| MARK007 Handle a vessel up to 12 metres | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| MARN008 Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCBC4002 Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCBC4005 Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCCA2002 Use carpentry tools and equipment | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCCA3028 Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | Updated from release 3 to 4 |
| CPCCBC4008 Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | Updated from release 5 to 6 |
| ACMEQU202 Handle horses safely | Removed |
| ACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour | Removed |
| ACMEQU206 Perform horse riding skills at walk, trot and canter | Removed |
| BSBGOV502 Recruit and coordinate committee members | Removed |
| BSBGOV507 Manage board or committee and organisational conflict | Removed |
| BSBINN501 Establish systems that support innovation | Removed |
| BSBMGT621 Design and manage the enterprise quality management system | Removed |
| CPPWMT5045A Develop site safety plans | Removed |
| FDFGR3002A Demonstrate knowledge of animal nutrition principles | Removed |
| PSPPCY004 Support policy implementation | Removed |
| RIIWHS202D Enter and work in confined spaces | Removed |
| RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights | Removed |
| TLILIC2001 Licence to operate a forklift truck | Removed |
1 May 2024 AHC Training Package Update
Release 10.0 Now Available
This AHC training package update follows ongoing industry consultation and project work aimed at keeping AHC qualifications and units aligned with current workplace skills, technologies, and cross-sector training needs.
| Affected Qualification: | Changes: |
| AHC10120 Certificate I in Conservation and Ecosystem Management | Superseded by AHC10124 Certificate I in Conservation and Ecosystem Management |
| AHC20320 Certificate II in Production Horticulture | Superseded by AHC20324 Certificate II in Production Horticulture |
| AHC20621 Certificate II in Parks and Gardens | Superseded by AHC20624 Certificate II in Parks and Gardens |
| AHC20720 Certificate II in Nursery Operations | Superseded by AHC20724 Certificate II in Nursery Operations |
| AHC21020 Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management | Superseded by AHC21024 Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management |
| AHC21119 Certificate II in Irrigation | Superseded by AHC21124 Certificate II in Irrigation |
| AHC21621 Certificate II in Landscaping | Superseded by AHC21624 Certificate II in Landscaping |
| AHC21819 Certificate II in Protected Horticulture | Superseded by AHC21824 Certificate II in Protected Horticulture |
| AHC30221 Certificate III in Dairy Production | Superseded by AHC30224 Certificate III in Dairy Production |
| AHC30318 Certificate III in Rural and Environmental Pest Management | Superseded by AHC30324 Certificate III in Rural and Environmental Pest Management |
| AHC30620 Certificate III in Production Horticulture | Superseded by AHC30624 Certificate III in Production Horticulture |
| AHC30820 Certificate III in Arboriculture | Superseded by AHC30824 Certificate III in Arboriculture |
| AHC31021 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens | Superseded by AHC31024 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens |
| AHC31120 Certificate III in Nursery Operations | Superseded by AHC31124 Certificate III in Nursery Operations |
| AHC31319 Certificate III in Sports Turf Management | Superseded by AHC31324 Certificate III in Sports Turf Management |
| AHC31421 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management | Superseded by AHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management |
| AHC31818 Certificate III in Beekeeping | Superseded by AHC31824 Certificate III in Beekeeping |
| AHC32422 Certificate III in Irrigation Technology | Superseded by AHC32424 Certificate III in Irrigation Technology |
| AHC32720 Certificate III in Rural Merchandising | Superseded by AHC32724 Certificate III in Rural Merchandising |
| AHC33920 Certificate III in Medicinal Cannabis Cultivation and Production | Superseded by AHC33924 Certificate III in Medicinal Cannabis Cultivation and Production |
| AHC40219 Certificate IV in Protected Horticulture | Superseded by AHC40224 Certificate IV in Protected Horticulture |
| AHC40320 Certificate IV in Production Horticulture | Superseded by AHC40324 Certificate IV in Production Horticulture |
| AHC40620 Certificate IV in Nursery Operations | Superseded by AHC40624 Certificate IV in Nursery Operations |
| AHC40920 Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management | Superseded by AHC40924 Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management |
| AHC41019 Certificate IV in Agribusiness | Superseded by AHC41024 Certificate IV in Agribusiness |
| AHC41119 Certificate IV in Irrigation Management | Superseded by AHC41124 Certificate IV in Irrigation Management |
| AHC41720 Certificate IV in Pest Management | Superseded by AHC41724 Certificate IV in Pest Management |
| AHC42320 Certificate IV in Medicinal Cannabis Cultivation and Production | Superseded by AHC42324 Certificate IV in Medicinal Cannabis Cultivation and Production |
| AHC50320 Diploma of Production Horticulture | Superseded by AHC50324 Diploma of Production Horticulture |
| AHC50520 Diploma of Arboriculture | Superseded by AHC50524 Diploma of Arboriculture |
| AHC51019 Diploma of Sports Turf Management | Superseded by AHC51024 Diploma of Sports Turf Management |
| AHC51316 Diploma of Pest Management | Superseded by AHC51324 Diploma of Pest Management |
| AHC51519 Diploma of Viticulture | Superseded by AHC51524 Diploma of Viticulture |
| AHC51619 Diploma of Irrigation Design | Superseded by AHC51624 Diploma of Irrigation Design |
| AHC60520 Advanced Diploma of Arboriculture | Superseded by AHC60524 Advanced Diploma of Arboriculture |
| AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC42021 Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC50820 Diploma of Nursery Management | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC51422 Diploma of Agribusiness Management | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHC51920 Diploma of Applied Agronomy | Updated from release 3 to 4 |
| Affected Skill Sets: | Changes: |
| AHCSS00191 Agriculture and Rural Fencing Skill Set | Newly added |
| AHCSS00070 Recognise Native and Feral Fauna Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00166 Recognise Native and Feral Fauna Skill Set |
| AHCSS00073 Advanced Chemical Spray Application Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00167 Advanced Chemical Spray Application Skill Set |
| AHCSS00080 Introduction to Carbon Farming Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00168 Introduction to Carbon Farming Skill Set |
| AHCSS00088 Farm Business Workforce Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00169 Farm Business Workforce Skill Set |
| AHCSS00089 Business Skills For Sports Turf Management Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00170 Business Skills For Sports Turf Management Skill Set |
| AHCSS00091 Technical Skills For Sports Turf Management Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00171 Technical Skills For Sports Turf Management Skill Set |
| AHCSS00093 Gravity Fed Irrigation Operator Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00172 Gravity Fed Irrigation Operator Skill Set |
| AHCSS00094 Irrigation Agronomist Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00173 Irrigation Agronomist Skill Set |
| AHCSS00095 Irrigation Contractor Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00174 Irrigation Contractor Skill Set |
| AHCSS00096 Irrigation Installer Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00175 Irrigation Installer Skill Set |
| AHCSS00097 Irrigation Manager Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00176 Irrigation Manager Skill Set |
| AHCSS00098 Pressurised Irrigation System Operator Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00177 Pressurised Irrigation System Operator Skill Set |
| AHCSS00101 Irrigation Retail Sales Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00178 Irrigation Retail Sales Skill Set |
| AHCSS00102 Irrigation Meter Installation and Validation Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00179 Irrigation Meter Installation and Validation Skill Set |
| AHCSS00107 Production Horticulture Machinery Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00180 Production Horticulture Machinery Skill Set |
| AHCSS00108 Production Horticulture Manager Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00181 Production Horticulture Manager Skill Set |
| AHCSS00109 Production Horticulture Supervisor Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00182 Production Horticulture Supervisor Skill Set |
| AHCSS00113 Firearms Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00183 Firearms Skill Set |
| AHCSS00115 Construct Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00184 Construct Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set |
| AHCSS00118 Seed Processing Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00185 Seed Processing Skill Set |
| AHCSS00123 Administrator in Mined Land Rehabilitation Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00186 Administrator in Mined Land Rehabilitation Skill Set |
| AHCSS00124 Mined Land Rehabilitation Field Worker Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00187 Mined Land Rehabilitation Field Worker Skill Set |
| AHCSS00125 Mined Land Rehabilitation Machine Operator Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00188 Mined Land Rehabilitation Machine Operator Skill Set |
| AHCSS00126 Mined Land Rehabilitation Project Coordinator Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00189 Mined Land Rehabilitation Project Coordinator Skill Set |
| AHCSS00061 Prepare For and Manage Organic Farm Certification Skill Set | Superseded by AHCSS00190 Prepare For and Manage Organic Farm Certification Skill Set |
| AHCSS00045 Spray Operator Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCSS00092 Irrigation Retailer Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCSS00116 Maintain Roof Gardens, Vertical Gardens and Green Facades Skill Set | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| Affected Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| AHCARB613 Conduct complex tree hazard and health assessment post-fire | Newly added |
| AHCAGB518 Develop climate risk management strategies | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCMDC202 Assist with care and maintenance of medicinal cannabis | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| AHCMOM302 Perform machinery maintenance | Updated from release 2 to 3 |
| AHCARB301 Implement a tree maintenance program | Removed |
| AHCBAC408 Manage agricultural crop production | Removed |
| AHCBER501 Manage active operational emergency disease or plant pest sites | Removed |
| AHCBIO305 Apply biosecurity measures | Removed |
| AHCBIO403 Plan and implement a farm or enterprise biosecurity plan | Removed |
| AHCCCF401 Prepare project acquittal | Removed |
| AHCCCF402 Report on project | Removed |
| AHCCCF403 Obtain and manage sponsorship | Removed |
| AHCCCF404 Contribute to association governance | Removed |
| AHCCCF405 Develop community networks | Removed |
| AHCCCF406 Facilitate ongoing group development | Removed |
| AHCCCF407 Obtain resources from community and groups | Removed |
| AHCCCF408 Promote community programs | Removed |
| AHCCCF409 Participate in assessments of project submissions | Removed |
| AHCCCF410 Support individuals in resource management change processes | Removed |
| AHCCCF411 Develop approaches to include cultural and human diversity | Removed |
| AHCCCF415 Coordinate social events to support group purposes | Removed |
| AHCCCF416 Present proposed courses of action to meeting | Removed |
| AHCCCF502 Facilitate development of group goals and projects | Removed |
| AHCCCF505 Contribute to regional planning process | Removed |
| AHCCCF601 Coordinate the development of regional plans | Removed |
| AHCFAU201 Recognise fauna | Removed |
| AHCILM201 Maintain cultural places | Removed |
| AHCILM202 Observe and report plants or animals | Removed |
| AHCILM203 Record information about Country | Removed |
| AHCILM302 Provide appropriate information on cultural knowledge | Removed |
| AHCILM305 Work with an Aboriginal Community or organisation | Removed |
| AHCILM306 Follow Aboriginal cultural protocols | Removed |
| AHCILM307 Implement Aboriginal cultural burning practices | Removed |
| AHCILM308 Identify traditional customs and land rights for an Indigenous Community | Removed |
| AHCILM401 Protect places of cultural significance | Removed |
| AHCILM402 Report on place of potential cultural significance | Removed |
| AHCILM403 Contribute to the proposal for a negotiated outcome for a given area of Country | Removed |
| AHCILM404 Record and document Community history | Removed |
| AHCILM405 Develop work practices to accommodate cultural identity | Removed |
| AHCINF201 Carry out basic electric fencing operations | Removed |
| AHCINF202 Install, maintain and repair farm fencing | Removed |
| AHCINF203 Maintain properties and structures | Removed |
| AHCINF304 Install and terminate extra low voltage wiring systems | Removed |
| AHCLPW304 Carry out inspection of designated area | Removed |
| AHCLSC201 Assist with landscape construction work | Removed |
| AHCLSC203 Install aggregate paths | Removed |
| AHCLSC205 Install tree protection devices | Removed |
| AHCLSC301 Set out site for construction works | Removed |
| AHCLSC401 Supervise landscape project works | Removed |
| AHCMER301 Process customer complaints | Removed |
| AHCMER303 Sell products and services | Removed |
| AHCMER304 Recommend irrigation products and services | Removed |
| AHCMER401 Coordinate customer service and networking activities | Removed |
| AHCMER404 Provide advice on agronomic products | Removed |
| AHCMER407 Provide irrigation sales and service | Removed |
| AHCNAR202 Maintain wildlife habitat refuges | Removed |
| AHCNSY401 Plan a growing-on program | Removed |
| AHCNSY402 Plan a propagation program | Removed |
| AHCORG401 Manage biodynamic production | Removed |
| AHCORG403 Manage organic soil improvement | Removed |
| AHCORG404 Arrange selling through community based marketing | Removed |
| AHCORG406 Oversee compliance with an organic certification scheme | Removed |
| AHCORG501 Develop an organic management plan | Removed |
| AHCORG502 Prepare the enterprise for organic certification | Removed |
| AHCORG504 Develop and manage a community based marketing supply chain | Removed |
| AHCORG507 Develop an organic or biodynamic management plan | Removed |
| AHCORG508 Prepare the enterprise for organic or biodynamic certification | Removed |
| AHCPCM301 Implement a plant nutrition program | Removed |
| AHCPCM401 Recommend plants and cultural practices | Removed |
| AHCPCM402 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | Removed |
| AHCPCM501 Diagnose plant health problems | Removed |
| AHCPCM601 Develop and implement a plant health management strategy | Removed |
| AHCPER209 Recognise characteristics of integrated plant and animal systems | Removed |
| AHCPGD201 Plant trees and shrubs | Removed |
| AHCPGD202 Prepare and maintain plant displays | Removed |
| AHCPGD203 Prune shrubs and small trees | Removed |
| AHCPGD206 Conduct visual inspection of park facilities | Removed |
| AHCPGD304 Implement a landscape maintenance program | Removed |
| AHCPGD401 Design plant displays | Removed |
| AHCPGD402 Plan a plant establishment program | Removed |
| AHCPGD504 Develop and implement a streetscape management plan | Removed |
| AHCPHT402 Develop a crop regulation program | Removed |
| AHCPHT404 Implement and monitor a horticultural crop harvesting program | Removed |
| AHCPHT502 Develop a horticultural production plan | Removed |
| AHCPHT503 Manage a controlled growing environment | Removed |
| AHCPMG410 Implement the pest monitoring and evaluation plan | Removed |
| AHCPMG411 Ensure compliance with pest legislation | Removed |
| AHCPMG507 Develop a regional pest management plan | Removed |
| AHCPMG509 Investigate a pest control failure | Removed |
| AHCSDT302 Identify seeds | Removed |
| AHCSDT306 Perform a seed germination test | Removed |
| AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing | Removed |
| AHCSOL401 Sample soils and interpret results | Removed |
| AHCSOL402 Develop a soil use map for a property | Removed |
| AHCWHS101 Work safely | Removed |
| AHCWHS502 Manage work health and safety processes | Removed |
| AHCWRK101 Maintain the workplace | Removed |
| AHCWRK201 Observe and report on weather | Removed |
| AHCWRK205 Participate in workplace communications | Removed |
| AHCWRK206 Observe enterprise quality assurance procedures | Removed |
| AHCWRK207 Collect and record production data | Removed |
| AHCWRK208 Provide information on products and services | Removed |
| AHCWRK301 Collect samples for a rural production or horticulture monitoring program | Removed |
| AHCWRK302 Monitor weather conditions | Removed |
| AHCWRK303 Respond to emergencies | Removed |
| AHCWRK304 Respond to rescue incidents | Removed |
| AHCWRK307 Develop and apply fertiliser and soil ameliorant product knowledge | Removed |
| AHCWRK310 Provide on-job training support | Removed |
| AHCWRK311 Conduct site inspections | Removed |
| AHCWRK312 Operate in isolated and remote situations | Removed |
| AHCWRK402 Provide information on issues and policies | Removed |
| AHCWRK403 Supervise work routines and staff performance | Removed |
| AHCWRK405 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | Removed |
| AHCWRK502 Collect and manage data | Removed |
| AHCWRK503 Prepare reports | Removed |
| AHCWRK504 Assess new industry developments | Removed |
| AHCWRK505 Manage trial and research material | Removed |
| AHCWRK507 Implement professional practice | Removed |
| AHCWRK508 Interpret legislation | Removed |
| AHCWRK509 Provide specialist advice to clients | Removed |
| AHCWRK510 Audit site operations | Removed |
| AHCWRK511 Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability | Removed |
| AHCWRK512 Plan, implement and review a quality assurance program | Removed |
| Affected Imported Units of Competency: | Changes: |
| BSBAUD515 Evaluate and review compliance | Newly added |
| FBPFSY5003 Design a traceability system for food products | Newly added |
| FSKRDG004 Read and respond to short and simple workplace information | Newly added |
| FWPHAR2208 Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher | Newly added |
| MSL974034 Perform biological procedures | Newly added |
| MSL975073 Perform laboratory-based ecological techniques | Newly added |
| PSPPCM007 Manage contracts | Newly added |
| UETDRMP004 Perform elevated work platform controlled descent escape | Newly added |
| UETDRMP005 Perform elevated work platform rescue | Newly added |
| ACMGAS308 Communicate effectively with clients and team members | Superseded by ACMGEN315 Communicate effectively with clients and team members |
| CHCCDE010 Develop and lead community engagement strategies to enhance participation | Superseded by CHCCDE026 Develop and lead community engagement strategies to enhance participation |
| CPCCDO3011A Perform dogging | Superseded by CPCCDO3011 Perform dogging |
| CPCPCM2040A Read plans and calculate plumbing quantities | Superseded by CPCPCM2040 Read plans, calculate quantities and mark out materials |
| CPCPCM2047A Carry out levelling | Superseded by CPCPCM2047 Carry out levelling |
| CPCPPS5027A Design irrigation systems | Superseded by CPCPPS5027 Design irrigation systems |
| CPPSIS5035 Obtain and validate spatial data | Superseded by CPPSSI5035 Create spatial data |
| FBPOPR2023 Operate a packaging process | Superseded by FBPBPG2012 Operate a packaging process |
| FBPOPR2012 Maintain food safety when loading, unloading and transporting food | Superseded by FBPFSY2003 Maintain food safety when loading, unloading and transporting food |
| FBPGPS2011 Operate a creamed honey manufacture process | Superseded by FBPGPS3001 Operate and monitor a creamed honey manufacture process |
| BPPHM3001 Apply Good Manufacturing Practice requirements | Superseded by FBPPHM3020 Apply Good Manufacturing Practice requirements |
| FSKNUM23 Estimate, measure and calculate measurements for work | Superseded by FSKNUM023 Estimate, measure and calculate measurements for work |
| FWPFGM3212 Fall trees manually (intermediate) | Superseded by FWPCOT3350 Fell trees manually (intermediate) |
| FWPFGM3216 Fell trees manually (intermediate) | |
| FWPFGM3213 Fall trees manually (advanced) | Superseded by FWPCOT3351 Fell trees manually (advanced) |
| FWPFGM6203 Manage sustainable tree inventory | Superseded by FWPFRM5003 Contribute to and implement a forest inventory program |
| MEMPE001A Use engineering workshop machines | Superseded by MEMPE001 Use engineering workshop machines |
| MSFFL3063 Install synthetic textile floor coverings to sports facilities and outdoor spaces | Superseded by MSFFL3127 Install synthetic textile floor coverings in indoor and outdoor facilities |
| MSL924003 Process and interpret data | Superseded by MSL924005 Process and interpret data |
| MSL973013 Perform basic tests | Superseded by MSL973025 Perform basic tests |
| MSL973016 Perform aseptic techniques | Superseded by MSL973027 Perform techniques that prevent cross-contamination |
| MSL974025 Prepare tissue and cell cultures | Superseded by MSL974035 Prepare tissue or cell cultures |
| MSL975033 Perform tissue and cell culture techniques | Superseded by MSL975060 Perform tissue or cell culture techniques |
| MSTGN3003 Estimate and cost job | Superseded by MSTGN3023 Estimate and cost jobs |
| NWPIRR033 Coordinate and monitor the operation of irrigation delivery systems | Superseded by NWPIWS014 Coordinate and monitor the operation of irrigation delivery systems |
| PSPPCY010 Manage policy implementation | Superseded by PSPPCY014 Support policy implementation |
| PSPREG003 Apply regulatory powers | Superseded by PSPREG033 Apply regulatory powers |
| PSPREG008 Act on non-compliance | Superseded by PSPREG036 Act on non-compliance |
| SITXCCS002 Provide visitor information | Superseded by SITXCCS010 Provide visitor information |
| TAEASS301 Contribute to assessment | Superseded by TAEASS311 Contribute to assessment |
| TAEDEL404 Mentor in the workplace | Superseded by TAEDEL414 Mentor in the workplace |
| TLID2004 Load and unload goods/cargo | Superseded by TLID0015 Load and unload goods/cargo |
| UETTDREL14 Working safely near live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker | Superseded by UETDREL006 Work safely in the vicinity of live electrical apparatus as a non-electrical worker |
| FWPCOT3326 Recover four wheel drive vehicle | Updated from release 1 to 2 |
| BSBCMM401 Make a presentation | Removed |
| BSBCOM602 Develop and create compliance requirements | Removed |
| BSBCUS501 Manage quality customer service | Removed |
| BSBFIA412 Report on financial activity | Removed |
| BSBFIM501 Manage budgets and financial plans | Removed |
| BSBHRM405 Support the recruitment, selection and induction of staff | Removed |
| BSBHRM506 Manage recruitment selection and induction processes | Removed |
| BSBINM401 Implement workplace information system | Removed |
| BSBINT303 Organise the importing and exporting of goods | Removed |
| BSBITU404 Produce complex desktop published documents | Removed |
| BSBLDR403 Lead team effectiveness | Removed |
| BSBMGT617 Develop and implement a business plan | Removed |
| BSBPMG417 Apply project life cycle management processes | Removed |
| BSBRES411 Analyse and present research information | Removed |
| BSBRSK401 Identify risk and apply risk management processes | Removed |
| BSBSMB407 Manage a small team | Removed |
| BSBSMB420 Evaluate and develop small business operations | Removed |
| CHCCDE002 Develop and implement community programs | Removed |
| CPCCCM2010B Work safely at heights | Removed |
| CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | Removed |
| CPCPCM2043A Carry out WHS requirements | Removed |
| CPPSIS2012 Assist in collecting basic spatial data | Removed |
| CPPSIS5064 Coordinate GIS data manipulation and analysis | Removed |
| CUAACD302 Produce computer-aided drawings | Removed |
| FBPFSY2001 Implement the food safety program and procedures | Removed |
| FBPFSY3001 Monitor the implementation of quality and food safety programs | Removed |
| FBPOPR1010 Carry out manual handling tasks | Removed |
| FBPOPR2063 Clean equipment in place | Removed |
| FBPOPR2064 Clean and sanitise equipment | Removed |
| FBPVIT2017 Operate nursery cold storage facilities | Removed |
| FBPVIT3002 Maintain field nursery | Removed |
| FBPVIT3011 Perform shed nursery activities | Removed |
| FSKRDG03 Read and respond to basic workplace instructions | Removed |
| FWPCOT2256 Trim and cut felled trees | Removed |
| FWPCOT3259 Operate a four wheel drive on unsealed roads | Removed |
| FWPCOT6204 Use carbon accounting to estimate emissions | Removed |
| FWPFGM3201 Manage seed collection | Removed |
| FWPFGM3202 Extract seed | Removed |
| ICTICT203 Operate application software packages | Removed |
| ICTICT402 Determine project specifications and secure client agreement | Removed |
| LGACOM404B Establish cooperative arrangements with other organisations | Removed |
| LGACOM502B Devise and conduct community consultations | Removed |
| LGACOMP008A Apply conflict resolution strategies | Removed |
| LGAGCM710A Manage contracts and contractors | Removed |
| LGAPLEM508A Manipulate and analyse data within geographic information systems | Removed |
| LGAPLEM512A Provide geographic information systems data | Removed |
| MSS024020 Recognise common geological landforms and samples | Removed |
| NWPIRR002 Operate basic flow control and regulating devices in irrigation systems | Removed |
| NWPIRR012 Construct open earthen channels or drains | Removed |
| NWPIRR013 Construct and install irrigation delivery and stormwater drainage assets | Removed |
| NWPIRR014 Install meters for rural water supplies | Removed |
| NWPIRR022 Maintain meters for rural water supplies | Removed |
| NWPNET002 Prepare and restore work site | Removed |
| NWPNET011 Locate, identify and protect utilities | Removed |
| SITTGDE007 Research and share general information on Australian Indigenous cultures | Removed |
| SITTGDE008 Prepare specialised interpretive content on flora, fauna and landscape | Removed |
| SITTGDE010 Prepare specialised interpretive content on cultural and heritage environments | Removed |
| SITTPPD002 Develop interpretive activities | Removed |
| SITXCCS006 Provide service to customers | Removed |
| TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction | Removed |
| TLIA2011 Package goods | Removed |
| TLIA3016 Use inventory systems to organise stock control | Removed |
| TLIA3038 Control and order stock | Removed |
| TLID1001 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | Removed |
| TLID2010 Operate a forklift | Removed |
| TLIR4003 Negotiate a contract | Removed |
| UETDRRF002 Perform EWP rescue | Removed |
| UETTDRRF08 Perform EWP controlled descent escape | Removed |
25 July 2023 AHC Training Package Updates
Extended Transition Period AHC Qualifications
Guided by the principles outlined in the Guidance for Providers – Learner Transition, ASQA is authorised to grant transition periods that surpass the timeframes specified in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015. This approach is grounded in the understanding that learners may face genuine disadvantages when qualifications undergo rapid changes. By extending transition periods, ASQA aims to strike a balance between implementing necessary updates and providing learners with a fair chance to complete their qualifications.
A recent decision by ASQA has introduced an extended transition period for a suite of qualifications in the Agricultural, Horticultural, and Community Coordination sectors. The qualifications encompass a diverse range of skill levels, from entry-level certificates to advanced diplomas:
- AHC10216 – Certificate I in Agri-food Operations
- AHC10316 – Certificate I in Horticulture
- AHC20116 – Certificate II in Agriculture
- AHC20416 – Certificate II in Horticulture
- AHC30116 – Certificate III in Agriculture
- AHC30716 – Certificate III in Horticulture
- AHC32816 – Certificate III in Rural Operations
- AHC33719 – Certificate III in Protected Horticulture
- AHC40116 – Certificate IV in Agriculture
- AHC40416 – Certificate IV in Horticulture
- AHC50116 – Diploma of Agriculture
- AHC50416 – Diploma of Horticulture
- AHC51216 – Diploma of Community Coordination and Facilitation
Remarkably, the extended transition period for these qualifications extends until 22 January 2025. This provides ample time for new learners to enrol and commence their studies within these qualifications. However, it is imperative that all learners either obtain their qualifications or transfer to a suitable replacement qualification by the designated end date.
Fostering Collaboration: The Skills Impact Connection
This substantial decision to extend the transition period was fortified by collaboration with the Agribusiness Jobs and Skills Council through Skills Impact. The involvement of industry representatives in this process ensures that education remains aligned with the evolving needs of the workforce. This partnership underscores the commitment to facilitating smooth transitions for learners while acknowledging the industry’s changing demands.
Implications and Opportunities for Learners and Providers
The ASQA decision to extend the transition period for AHC qualifications holds significant implications for both learners and training providers. Learners now have an extended runway to embark on their educational journeys, adapt to changes, and fulfill their aspirations. Simultaneously, training providers bear the responsibility of ensuring that their offerings remain current, compliant, and engaging throughout the extended period.
8 February 2023 AHC Training Package Updates
AHC30916 – Certificate III in Landscape Construction extension
Discover how to elevate your AHC Training Package delivery with the latest AHC materials below.
24 January 2023 AHC Training Package Update
Stay ahead of the curve with the Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management (AHC) Training Package with the latest Version 9.0 released on 24 January 2023.
With significant changes to qualifications and units of competency, this is your opportunity to elevate your RTO training delivery and boost your students’ skills and knowledge in the field.
RTO Learning Materials (RLM) is leading the way in providing cutting-edge resources, which align with the new AHC resources developed in consultation with industry leaders.
Take advantage of this chance to become an industry trailblazer.
Qualifications
Updated Qualifications
| Superseded Qualifications | Current Qualifications | Equivalency |
| AHC10216 – Certificate I in AgriFood Operations | AHC10222 – Certificate I in Agriculture | Not Equivalent |
| AHC10316 – Certificate I in Horticulture | AHC10322 – Certificate I in Horticulture | Not Equivalent |
| AHC10416 – Certificate I in Permaculture | AHC10422 – Certificate I in Permaculture | Equivalent |
| AHC20116 – Certificate II in Agriculture | AHC20122 – Certificate II in Agriculture | Not Equivalent |
| AHC20416 – Certificate II in Horticulture | AHC20422 – Certificate II in Horticulture | Not equivalent |
| AHC21716 – Certificate II in Permaculture | AHC21722 – Certificate II in Permaculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC30116 – Certificate III in Agriculture | AHC30122 – Certificate III in Agriculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC30416 – Certificate III in Pork Production | AHC30422 – Certificate III in Pork Production | Not equivalent |
| AHC30516 – Certificate III in Poultry Production | AHC30522 – Certificate III in Poultry Production | Not equivalent |
| AHC30716 – Certificate III in Horticulture | AHC30722 – Certificate III in Horticulture | Not equivalent |
| AHC31516 – Certificate III in Indigenous Land Management | AHC31522 – Certificate III in On Country Management | Not equivalent |
| AHC32516 – Certificate III in Aboriginal Sites Work | AHC32522 – Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Sites Work | Not equivalent |
| AHC32816 – Certificate III in Rural Operations | AHC32822 – Certificate III in Rural Operations | Not equivalent |
| AHC33719 – Certificate III in Protected Horticulture | AHC33722 – Certificate III in Protected Horticulture | Not equivalent |
| AHC33816 – Certificate III in Permaculture | AHC33822 – Certificate III in Permaculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC40116 – Certificate IV in Agriculture | AHC40122 – Certificate IV in Agriculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC40416 – Certificate IV in Horticulture | AHC40422 – Certificate IV in Horticulture | Not equivalent |
| AHC1616 – Certificate IV in Organic Farming | AHC40122 – Certificate IV in Agriculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC42116 – Certificate IV in Permaculture | AHC42122 – Certificate IV in Permaculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC50116 – Diploma of Agriculture | AHC50122 – Diploma of Agriculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC50416 – Diploma of Horticulture | AHC50422 – Diploma of Horticulture Management | Not equivalent |
| AHC51216 – Diploma of Community Coordination and Facilitation | AHC51222 – Diploma of Community Group Coordination and Facilitation | Not equivalent |
| AHC51816 – Diploma of Organic Farming | AHC50122 – Diploma of Agriculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC52116 – Diploma of Permaculture | AHC52122 – Diploma of Permaculture | Not equivalent |
| AHC60415 Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Land Management | AHC60422 Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management | Equivalent |
Deleted Qualification
| Qualification | Action |
| AHC60216 – Advanced Diploma of Horticulture | Deleted |
Upgraded Qualifications
| Qualifications | Action |
| AHC20919 – Certificate II in Sports Turf Management | Updated from release 2 to release 3 |
| AHC30221 – Certificate III in Dairy Production | Updated from release 1 to release 2 |
| AHC42421 – Certificate IV in Landscape Design | Updated from release 1 to release 2 |
| AHC50621 – Diploma of Landscape Design | Updated from release 1 to release 2 |
| AHC51120 – Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management | Updated from release 1 to release 2 |
| AHC52021 – Diploma of Landscape Construction Management | Updated from release 1 to release 2 |
| AHC60319 – Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management | Updated from release 1 to release 2 |
| AHC60520 – Advanced Diploma of Arboriculture | Updated from release 1 to release 2 |
Changes in Units of Competency and Skill Sets
Other units of competency and skill sets in the new AHC resources also had significant changes. Some units and skill sets were either added, removed, or updated.
Want to know more? Head to training.gov.au (TGA) for the complete list of revised units of competency and skill sets and stay current on the latest VET developments and make informed decisions about your training.
TGA, the official national register of information on vocational education and training (VET) in Australia, provides detailed information on the national training package, including the units of competency and skill sets currently available and the training providers that offer them.
How RTOs Can Prepare for AHC Training Package Updates
Each training package update can affect how RTOs manage scope, delivery, assessment, learner transition, and resource planning. When changes are made to the AHC training package, having a structured review process can help your team respond earlier, reduce disruption, and make informed decisions about whether existing materials need to be updated or replaced with new AHC resources.
Your RTO can prepare for AHC training package changes by:
- Reviewing affected training products on your scope of registration. Check which qualifications, units, or skill sets have been superseded, deleted, added, or updated so your team can identify exactly what requires action.
- Checking transition arrangements and teach-out requirements. Confirm the applicable transition period for superseded training products and identify which learners may need to complete within that timeframe.
- Comparing superseded and replacement training products. Review changes to unit codes, titles, packaging rules, assessment conditions, performance evidence, knowledge evidence, and prerequisite requirements to understand how delivery may be affected.
- Auditing your current training and assessment materials. Check whether your learner guides, assessment workbooks, assessor guides, mapping tools, session plans, and supporting documents still align with the current requirements.
- Planning updates to TAS documents and delivery schedules. Review your Training and Assessment Strategy, timetables, delivery sequence, assessment points, and trainer allocation to ensure they reflect the latest AHC materials and current training package requirements.
- Preparing trainers and assessors for implementation. Brief your delivery team on key changes, assessment impacts, transition timelines, and any changes to learner support or workplace evidence requirements.
- Sourcing updated or replacement materials early. If your existing materials no longer support current requirements, securing the latest AHC materials ahead of delivery can help your RTO avoid last-minute resource gaps.
- Reviewing opportunities to add new training products to scope. New or revised AHC qualifications, units, and skill sets may help your RTO respond to industry demand, expand course offerings, and support learners in emerging areas of agriculture, horticulture, conservation, and land management.
By following a clear update process, your RTO can stay prepared for future AHC training package changes while keeping delivery, assessment, and learner transition planning aligned with current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AHC training package?
The AHC training package contains nationally recognised qualifications, units of competency, and skill sets for agriculture, horticulture, conservation and ecosystem management, land management, rural operations, and related industries. RTOs use the AHC training package to deliver training that reflects current industry skills and vocational education requirements.
Why does the AHC training package get updated?
The AHC training package is updated to keep training products aligned with current workplace practices, technology, safety requirements, job roles, and industry expectations. Each training package update may revise existing qualifications and units, introduce new training products, or remove items that no longer reflect current industry needs.
How do AHC training package updates affect RTOs?
An AHC training package update can affect an RTO’s scope of registration, delivery schedule, assessment tools, learner transition planning, and resource requirements. RTOs should review affected qualifications, units, and skill sets early so they can identify whether updated or new AHC resources are needed.
When should RTOs update their AHC training materials?
RTOs should review their AHC training materials whenever a training package update affects the qualifications, units, or skill sets they deliver. Updated resources may be required if existing learner guides, assessment tools, mapping documents, or delivery materials no longer align with the current AHC training product requirements.
Where can RTOs find the latest AHC materials?
RTOs can browse RTO Learning Materials’ online catalogue to find the latest AHC materials and new AHC resources for affected qualifications and units. These resources can support training delivery, assessment preparation, and transition planning when the AHC training package changes.
Stay Ready for Future AHC Training Package Changes
The AHC training package will continue to change as industry skills, workplace practices, and national training requirements evolve. Keeping up with each training package update helps your RTO make informed decisions about delivery, transition planning, and resource selection. To support your next update cycle, browse our catalogue for the latest AHC materials!
