You must complete ten (10) units of study to gain the qualification. For full details of these units and packaging rules see http://training.gov.au/Training/Details/AHC50116. Please note some subjects listed below cluster multiple units.
FOUNDATION SUBJECTS
Tocal College suggests four (4) foundation subjects be completed before selecting electives.
- AHCAGB518 Develop climate risk management strategies (Group A)
- AHCWHS502 Manage work health and safety processes (Group A)
- AHCSOL505 Monitor and manage soils for production (Group A) The subject includes soil testing. The cost of the testing is not included in the course fees.
- AHCAGB513 Develop a farm plan (Group A)
ELECTIVE SUBJECTS
Livestock
- AHCLSK504 Develop livestock health and welfare strategies (Group A)
- AHCLSK510 Develop production plans for livestock (Group A)
- *AHCLSK509 Develop and implement a breeding strategy (Group A)
*Note: you must have access to a breeding unit (40 plus) of beef cows or its equivalent in other livestock to undertake this subject.
Crops and pastures
- AHCBAC512 Develop production plans for crops (Group A)
- AHCBAC510 Manage integrated crop and pasture production (Group A) Under review subject closed for new enrolments.
- *AHCBAC513 Apply plant biology to agronomic practices (Group A)
*Note: completion of this unit involves setting up and monitoring two small plant experiments.
Chemicals
- *AHCCHM404 Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals
- *AHCCHM405 Plan and implement a chemical use program
*Note: these units are delivered together. Cost is $350 for both units.
Business
- AHCAGB512 Plan and manage infrastructure (Group B)
- AHCBUS513 Market products and services (Group A)
- AHCBUS511 Manage enterprise staff requirements (Group A) Note: you need to be a workplace supervisor to complete this subject.
Updated 03/2022