Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 11:46 PM AWST
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Create and Use Compost to Improve Soil Health Skill Set
Create and Use Compost to Improve Soil Health Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00147
AHCSS00147
State Code
AF196
AF196
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
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
270
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 24/01/2023 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set provides the skills and knowledge required to create organic compost and use it to improve soil health in a garden, orchard, farm or permaculture environment.
Pathway Information
These units of competency can provide credit towards a range of qualifications and/or build on the skills and knowledge of previous qualifications attained from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
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 qualified horticulturists or agriculturists wishing to develop skills in creating and using compost.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package meet state/territory licensing requirements for creating and using compost to improve soil organic content.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFC26 | AHCCOM403 | Develop a composting recipe | 100 | Unit of competency |
| OFC14 | AHCORG411 | Manage organic soil improvement | 100 | Unit of competency |
| OFC27 | AHCCOM304 | Operate compost processing plant, machinery and equipment | 70 | Unit of competency |
