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AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture

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Key details

Duration

2 year/s

This program is delivered over a period of 2 years. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.

Intake

Locations

Remote, various
Not available to international students.

Course code

AHC40122

Overview



This course is not available for online applications. Please contact the team for further information on how to apply.

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for supervisory/managerial job roles in the agriculture industry including farm supervisor, and farm team leader. 

Individuals with this qualification perform tasks involving technical skills, problem solving and supervisory skills to operate, monitor and improve performance of agricultural systems and projects, and may supervise staff. 

This qualification applies to individuals with existing agriculture industry experience and technical skills and knowledge gained through training or employment specifically in the agriculture industry. 

Work must comply with health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace. 

Current or previous employees within the agriculture industry are encouraged to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Career opportunities

Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:

  • Farm supervisor 
  • Head stockman
  • Leading hand
  • Shed supervisor

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Skill recognition

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL is the acknowledgement of a person's skills and knowledge acquired through previous training, work or life experience, which may be used to grant status or credit in a subject regardless of how and where they were attained, including overseas.This can include skills from:

  • Previous study excluding courses at another VET/TAFE institution, but including courses at school or college, through adult education classes or training programs at work;
  • Work experience (including both work that is paid and unpaid); and/or
  • Life experience (for example leisure pursuits or voluntary work).

RPL is a form of assessment. It is used to determine whether a person has acquired, through formal or informal learning, the skills and experience consistent with the stated competency standards that comprise a qualification. RPL is not time referenced, so there are no parameters on how or when the skills are acquired. However, the skills that have been acquired through life experience etc., must be current and must match the elements and performance criteria contained in the individual unit.

Students seeking RPL need to indicate this on their enrolment form at the time of enrolment.

For further information please refer to the Applicant's Guide to the Recognition of Prior Learning or contact Student Central on 1800 061 963 (free call) or email Student.Central@cdu.edu.au.

Credit Transfer

Charles Darwin University as a Registered Training Organisation recognises the Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications and Statement of Attainments issued by any other Australian Registered Training Organisation.

Students are encouraged to submit any requests for credit from previous studies at the time of enrolment, to ensure they are not enrolling in units they may not need to undertake.

In order to apply for exemption/credit transfer from units completed at another training organisation, you will need to complete an Application for Exemption Form available from any campus, centre, or team, or a copy of the form can be obtained from the web.

Your completed Application for Exemption form together with attached documentary evidence (certified copy of Qualification/Statement of Attainment) to support your request for exemption/credit transfer should be submitted directly to the University either in person or by mail. Requests without documentary evidence will not be processed and will be returned to students. There are no fees attached to Credit Transfers.

Pathways

VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.

Students who successfully complete VET qualifications at the Certificate IV level or above and subsequently enrol in a Bachelor degree in the same field or discipline, will receive advanced standing as detailed in the table below.


Completed Award Course Level
HE
VET
to a HE Award
Credit granted for a completed award in the same field
Certificate IV
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 40 credit points
Certificate IV
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 40 credit points
Diploma
*
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 80 credit points
Diploma
*
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 80 credit points
Advanced Diploma
*
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Advanced Diploma
*
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Associate Degree
*
3 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points
Associate Degree
*
4 year Bachelor award
up to 160 credit points

Further training pathways from this qualification include but are not limited to Diploma level qualifications related to agriculture and agribusiness.

Fees

2024 Fees

  Fee Type  2024 Course Fees
  NT Government supported*  $2,516.00 - $4,107.00
  Full Fee  $10,200.00 - $16,650.00

*This course is supported by the NT Government for eligible domestic students who are NT residents. A limited number of NT Government supported places are available, so secure your place now.

Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.

For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.

Fee exemptions

Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.

At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:

  • Recipient of a Centrelink payment
  • Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits
  • Enrolled Secondary Students
  • Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status

Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.

If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG’s Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.

Delivery allowance for VET funded programs

International VET Package

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Why study at CDU?

Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed. 

  • Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
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Why study at CDU?

Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.

  • Access to first-class facilities
  • Recognition of prior learning accepted
  • Packages into higher education available for most courses

What will I study?

To achieve AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture a total of twelve (12) units of competency must be completed comprising two (2) Core and ten (10) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. Elective units:

Course structure

To achieve AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture a total of twelve (12) units of competency must be completed comprising two (2) Core and ten (10) Elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. 

Elective units:

  • 4 units must be selected from Group A
  • 4 units not already selected from groups A, B or C
  • 2 units from the remaining units listed in groups A, B or C or any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course
  • electives from group C can only be selected where required as a prerequisite.


The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 740 - 1080.
 

CodeModule/Unit of CompetencyHours
Core units of competency
AHCWHS402Maintain workplace health and safety processes70
AHCWRK410Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices60
 Total nominal hours for core units130
Elective units of competency (Select 10 units)
Group A (minimum of 4 units) 
AHCLSK402Develop livestock feeding plans140
AHCLSK404Implement and monitor animal welfare programs80
AHCLSK406Oversee animal marking operations80
AHCLSK414Arrange transport for farm produce or livestock50
AHCLSK419Manage horses for stock work*60
AHCLSK422Identify and select animals for breeding100
AHCWRK409Supervise work routines and staff performance70
Group B 
ACMEQU212Handle horses safely100
AHCAGB405Analyse and interpret production data100
AHCBUS407Cost a project50
AHCBUS408Operate within a budget framework50
AHCWRK404Implement quality assurance procedures100
BSBLDR414Lead team effectiveness50
TAEDEL311Provide work skill instruction40
Group C (prerequisite units) 
ACMEQU205Apply knowledge of horse behaviour60
ACMEQU406Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver*60
Other Elective  
AHCLSK311Implement feeding plans for livestock (unnamed)140
 Total nominal hours for elective units610 - 950
 Total nominal hours for the qualification740 - 1080


 Prerequisite requirements *

Note: Units listed in the Prerequisite Requirement column that have their own prerequisite requirements are shown with an asterisk (*)

Unit of competencyPrerequisite requirement
AHCLSK419 Manage horses for stock workACMEQU406 Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driver*
ACMEQU406 Manage selection of horse for new or inexperienced handler, rider or driverACMEQU205 Apply knowledge of horse behaviour

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

To gain entry into AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture, candidates require:

  • be fit, active and able to function effectively in a tropical environment, as this is a physically demanding course; and
  • students must have a work contract with an approved employer to undertake a traineeship.

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Course details

Accreditation

This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.

Employability skills

Employability Skills are embedded in the training and assessment of national training package qualifications. Information on the Employability Skills relevant to your qualification can be obtained by visiting this website and keying in the national code for the qualification: training.gov.au

Location and study mode

Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.



Locations: Remote, Various



Study Mode: Face to face delivery

Additional information

Sector
TAFE
Industry groups
PRIMARY INDUSTRY
Occupation types
Senior Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farm Worker
Area of study
Agriculture and Rural Operations

Contact details

Agriculture and Rural Operations
Location: Katherine Rural Campus
Phone: 08 8976 8311 or Student Central 1800 061 963
Email: vet.agriculture@cdu.edu.au

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You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

How to apply for domestic students

CDU TAFE has several pathways for you to apply.

 

Visit How to apply for CDU TAFE courses for more information.

 

Admission requirements for domestic students

Before applying, you may want to check if you meet the admission requirements for studying with CDU.

 

CDU has many pathways to study, so don't worry if you don't meet the admission requirements right now. There is a study pathway to get you started on your journey.

Not sure if you are a domestic or international student?

That's OK - it can be a little tricky to know the difference.

 

To help you out, we've put together a guide to answer any questions you might have.

How to apply for international students

Applications to CDU must be submitted online.

 

The process is simple, all you need is a valid email address to create your online account.

 

Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.

 

There is no application fee when you apply online.

Find a CDU agent partner

Applicants may seek further information about international education in Australia from the Australian Government Department of Education and Training or from our overseas / external representatives.

 

To help with the process, we've compile a list of authorised representatives.

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