AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture
51Թ϶Ƶ RTO 21004
Overview
The Certificate II in Agriculture is one of the courses in 51Թ϶Ƶs RTO scope of registration.
VET in schools multiplies opportunities for students. They enable students to complete a nationally recognised vocational qualification as well as contribute towards their VCE Certificate. Classroom learning is combined with structured hands-on training and practice in industry. The aims of the program are to provide students with the knowledge and skills to achieve competencies that will enhance their employment prospects in the agricultural industry and to enable students to gain a recognised credential and make a more informed choice regarding further education and career paths.
Course Code and Title
- AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture
Delivery
- Venue:51Թ϶Ƶ
- Time:Wednesday 1.30pm – 5.30pm
Special Requirements
Students are required to wear appropriate clothes and footwear for working with animals in a farm environment.
Structured Workplace Learning (SWL)
Structured Workplace Learning is an important part of any VET in schools’ program and provides:
- Enhancement of skills
- Practical application of industry knowledge
- Increased employment opportunities
We strongly recommend students undertake 40 hours of structured workplace learning. This program is delivered over two years and will contribute to their knowledge of the industry and understanding of the unit of competency, “Work effectively in industry”, and provides the opportunity to demonstrate competencies acquired off the job.
Contribution to the VCE
On completion of the program students are eligible for four credits towards their VCE certificate, two at units 1 and 2 level. and a 3 and 4 sequence. Students who successfully complete the two years of the course will be eligible for a 10% increment towards their ATAR calculated using 10% of the lowest study score of the primary four.
Units of Competency
Unit Code |
Unit Title |
AHCWHS202 |
Participate in workplace health and safety processes |
AHCLSK202 |
Care for health and welfare of livestock |
AHCWRK211 |
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
AHCLSK206 |
Identify and mark livestock |
AHCLSK220 |
Monitor livestock to parturition |
AHCLSK211 |
Provide feed to livestock |
AHCLSK205 |
Handle livestock using back techniques |
AHCIRG220 |
Assist with surface irrigation operations |
AHCSOL203 |
Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
AHCIRG219 |
Assist with low voltage irrigation operations |
AHCWRK212 |
Work effectively in industry |
AHCWRK213 |
Participate in workplace communications |
AHCCHM101 |
Follow basic chemical safety rules |
AHCWRK215 |
Collect and record production data |
AHCINF206 |
Install, maintain and repair farm fencing |
AHCLSK209 |
Monitor water supplies – TBC |
See VCE students across Victoria exploring their passion through VET, developing workplace skills and knowledge and creating flexible pathways towards future education and employment.
VET Student Information Handbook
The Handbook provides information on:
- Complaints and Appeals
- O H & S
- Access to Student Records
- Student Support Services
- Student Safety
- Plagiarism, collusion & cheating
- Training and Assessment Process
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
- Equity and Privacy
Past Student Profile
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Pathways
TAFE
- Certificate III in Agriculture
- Certificate IV in Agriculture
- Diploma in Agriculture
- Advanced Diploma in Agriculture
- Diploma of Rural Business Management
University (Degrees)
- Bachelor of Agricultural Science
- Bachelor of Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science majoring in Ag Science
General Career Pathways
- Farmer
- Farm Manager
- Agriculture Technician
- Agricultural Scientist
- Animal Technician
- Jackaroo
- Landcare Worker
- Park Ranger
- Sock and Station Agent
- Forester
- Environmental Engineer
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