Skill set Outline
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12/09/2026 11:02 AM AWST
12/09/2026 11:02 AM AWST
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Introduction to Arboriculture Skill Set
Introduction to Arboriculture Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00104
AHCSS00104
State Code
AE210
AE210
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
26/08/2020
Current Release Date
26/08/2020
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
13/11/2020
Nominal Hours
180
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 26/08/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set provides arborist skills and knowledge to identify, prune and maintain trees.
Pathway Information
These units of competency provide a pathway and credit towards AHC30820 Certificate III in Arboriculture and meet the entry requirements for AHC50520 Diploma of Arboriculture.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Legislation, regulations and by-laws relating to the treatment and removal of trees apply in some States and Territories.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals with an existing horticultural or agricultural qualification and/or experience without a current Certificate III in Arboriculture and who want to meet the entry requirements for AHC50520 Diploma of Arboriculture. It is also for individuals that are seeking entry level work in Arboriculture or a pathway into AHC30820 Certificate III in Arboriculture.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the AHC Agriculture, Horticulture, Conservation and Land Management Training Package provides arborist skills and knowledge to identify, prune and maintain trees.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBV47 | AHCARB323 | Identify trees | 80 | Unit of competency |
| OBV48 | AHCARB314 | Implement a tree maintenance program | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBV46 | AHCARB316 | Perform pruning operations | 70 | Unit of competency |
