Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 7:49 AM AWST
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Permaculture Designer Skill Set
Permaculture Designer Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00142
AHCSS00142
State Code
AF200
AF200
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
360
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 for working with clients and community to design and develop private, community or enterprise based permaculture systems in rural and urban environments.
Pathway Information
These units of competency 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 workers in permaculture systems, graduates with landscaping and architectural skills and local government employees seeking skills in the design and development of permaculture systems.
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 the design and development of permaculture systems in rural and urban environments.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFC05 | AHCPER419 | Design a rural permaculture system | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OFC03 | AHCPER420 | Design an urban permaculture system | 70 | Unit of competency |
| OFB78 | AHCPER422 | Identify and analyse bioregional characteristics and resources | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OFC07 | AHCPER417 | Investigate and recommend species for a permaculture system | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OFC04 | AHCPER418 | Provide advice on permaculture principles and practices | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OFC02 | AHCPER421 | Select appropriate technology for a permaculture system | 45 | Unit of competency |
