AHC40620 Certificate IV in Nursery Operations
AHC40620 Certificate IV in Nursery Operations
This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade skills and knowledge to become specialists within the production nursery industry. The nursery industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level. The nursery supervisor is responsible for a number of workers and nursery activities. Responsibilities include: supervising…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This qualification allows individuals to develop post-trade skills and knowledge to become specialists within the production nursery industry. The nursery industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level.
The nursery supervisor is responsible for a number of workers and nursery activities. Responsibilities include:
- supervising and training staff
- overseeing nursery sales
- coordinating nursery production
- implementing propagation plans
- recommending plants, products and treatments
- setting up promotional programs
- managing a budget
Unit & Assessment Information:
Completion of fourteen (14) selected units as below.
Classifications
ANZSCO 362411 Nurseryperson
AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program/AHCSOL405 – Provide information on fertilisers and soil ameliorants
AHCNSY403 Plan a growing-on program/ AHCNSY404 Plan a propagation program
BSBHRM415 Coordinate recruitment and onboarding / BSBLDR414 Lead team effectiveness
AHCWHS401 Maintain work health and safety processes
AHCIRG437 Schedule irrigations
AHCMOM402 Supervise maintenance of property machinery and equipment
AHCWRK401 – Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures
AHCPCM404 Recommend plants and cultural practices
AHCWRK403 Supervise work routines and staff performance
AHCBIO401 Plan and implement a biosecurity program
AHCPCM405 Implement an integrated pest management program
REQUIREMENTS
Completion of equivalent to Certificate III or higher, Year 10 equivalent completed, or currently employed in the Horticulture Industry, with at least 12 months equivalent employment.
Age: 16 plus
English Proficiency Requirements: Completion of Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment, assessed by Language Studies Department
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Formerly known as Horticultural Skills Australia, Australian College of Agriculture & Horticulture (ACAH) is a specialist school offering industry-based training to the Australian Horticulture Industry. The college is a leading pathway provider which partners with major universities and industries in Australia. ACAH’s training programs assist commercial enterprises and institutions in fulfilling their training needs in the increasingly competitive and fast-changing environment of today. ACAH delivers its programs on the platform of best industry practices by introducing emerging technologies and improved practices that train students to meet current industry standards. ACAH’s well-established links with the industry maximises benefits to all students, as the dedicated teaching staff with extensive industry-based experience interact with students with diverse experience and cultural backgrounds. Flexible training delivery enables students to complete their qualifications in the classroom and on the job, whilst having the opportunity to gain valuable work experience.
