Introduction to Carbon Farming Savanna Burning Skill Set

Skill set Outline

Information current as of
12/09/2026 6:14 AM AWST

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Skill set

National Code
AHCSS00162

State Code
AF185

TGA Status
Current

DTWD Status
Approved

National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification

AQF Level

—

Field of Education

—

Skillset Type

National

Original TGA Release Date

24/01/2023

Current Release Date

24/01/2023

Current Release Number

1.00

Approved Date

09/06/2023

Nominal Hours

175

Duration

—

Releases

Release Version	Release Date	TGA Status	DTWD Status
1.00	24/01/2023	Current	Approved

Description

This skill set covers the skills and knowledge required for individuals who participate in savanna burning carbon farming projects, under supervision, including projects carried out on Country.

Pathway Information

These units of competency provide credit towards:
AHC30122 Certificate III in Agriculture
AHC31420 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
AHC31522 Certificate III in On Country Management
AHC32522 Certificate III in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Sites Work

Licensing / Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.

Target Group

This skill set is for entry level workers who participate in savannah burning carbon farming projects, under supervision.

Suggested words for statement of attainment

These competencies from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package meet the requirements for workers participating in savanna burning carbon farming projects, including projects carried out on Country.

General notes

Schedule

State Code	National Code	Title	Hours	Type
OCT38	AHCFIR202	Assist with planned burning	50	Unit of competency
OFB09	AHCOCM303	Follow Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural protocols	35	Unit of competency
OBK19	AHCCFP301	Identify the effects of climate change as a factor in land management	55	Unit of competency
OFB06	AHCOCM304	Implement cultural burning practices on Country	35	Unit of competency

Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AE046	AHCSS00081	Introduction to Carbon Farming Savanna Burning Skill Set	Skill set