Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 8:04 AM AWST
14/09/2026 8:04 AM AWST
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Basic Introduction to Beekeeping Skill Set
Basic Introduction to Beekeeping Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
AHCSS00028
AHCSS00028
State Code
AD643
AD643
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
27/06/2016
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
165
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 27/06/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
Pathway Information
These units provide credit toward the Certificate III in Beekeeping.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
Entry level or unqualified workers in the beekeeping industry and hobbyist beekeepers.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies meet the industry requirements for the basic maintenance and monitoring of beehives.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BAL99 | AHCBEK204 | Construct and repair beehives | 25 | Unit of competency |
| BAT24 | AHCBEK306 | Manage pests and disease within a honey bee colony | 60 | Unit of competency |
| BAM58 | AHCBEK302 | Manipulate honey bee brood | 30 | Unit of competency |
| BAQ16 | AHCBEK203 | Open and reassemble a beehive | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAL71 | AHCBEK304 | Remove a honey crop from a hive | 20 | Unit of competency |
| BAN00 | AHCBEK202 | Use a bee smoker | 10 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AB508 | AHCSS00023 | Basic Introduction to Beekeeping Skill Set | Skill set |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD886 | AHCSS00075 | Basic Beekeeping Skill Set | Skill set |