Skill set Outline
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Organic Certification Skill Set
Organic Certification Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00149
AHCSS00149
State Code
AF194
AF194
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
180
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 plan, manage and oversee the procedures and requirements for certification of organic or biodynamic farms and farm produce.
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 farmers, orchardists and market gardeners aiming to grow industry certified organic or biodynamic produce.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package meet the industry requirements for managing the certification of organic or biodynamic produce.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFC11 | AHCORG414 | Oversee compliance with an organic certification scheme | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OFB88 | AHCORG509 | Prepare and manage organic or biodynamic certification | 125 | Unit of competency |