Certificate IV In Agriculture

Course Code

AHC40116

Department

Food & Fibre

Study Area(s)

JobTrainer, Horticulture, Free TAFE, Agriculture

Campus

BROADMEADOWS

Course Length

Full-time(1 year)
Flexible(2 years)

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Course Overview

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, we have adapted our course delivery to now encompass a combination of remote and flexible delivery methods. This includes easy to navigate online tutorials, interactive learning (using a mix of live demonstrations and the ability to connect with your classmates and teachers for support) as well as face-to-face practical assessments and work placements – where safe and practical to implement. Therefore, you will require access to the internet and a computer to undertake this course.

Our flexible model allows you to continue to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with continued access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports.

You will be advised by your facilitator on a case by case basis in relation to practical and work placement assessments, as some flexibility will be required during this challenging time.

Our Certificate IV in Agriculture (AHC40116) is designed for those wanting to learn about regenerative farming practices and adopt these to a nominated project or their own enterprise.

The principles learnt are focused on smaller intensive farms and take into account the importance of risk management, quality assurance around food security and how to best use technology to scale your business and/or prepare for the changing agricultural landscape.

Innovative agricultural practices can also lead to positive urban-regional links and a greater understanding of supply-chain opportunities.

Free TAFE and JobTrainer

You may be entitled to free tuition fees for this course if you meet the eligibility criteria for the State Government's FREE TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. If you're aged 17-24 or looking for work, you may be eligible for 80% discount on the course tuition fee through JobTrainer. JobTrainer is available until June 2021. It's important to know you may incur fees that you will need to cover yourself, such as student service fees or materials fees. Skills First (eligible) students are usually entitled to one Free TAFE fee waiver, however under JobTrainer you may be eligible for a second Free TAFE course. You may also be able to get an exemption if you don't meet the upskilling requirement. To find out more, call 13 TAFE (13 8233).

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Core

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours
AHCWHS401	Maintain work health and safety processes (AHCWHS401)	70

Elective

Module Code	Module Title	Nominal Hours
AHCAGB401	Plan and implement property improvement (AHCAGB401)	80
AHCAGB402	Analyse and interpret production data (AHCAGB402)	100
AHCBAC403	Supervise agricultural crop establishment (AHCBAC403)	60
AHCBAC404	Plan and implement agricultural crop maintenance (AHCBAC404)	80
AHCBUS401	Administer finance, insurance and legal requirements (AHCBUS401)	120
AHCBUS402	Cost a project (AHCBUS402)	50
AHCCHM303	Prepare and apply chemicals (AHCCHM303)	70
AHCCHM304	Transport and store chemicals (AHCCHM304)	50
AHCCHM401	Develop procedures to minimise risks in the use of chemicals (AHCCHM401)	60
AHCCHM402	Plan and implement a chemical use program (AHCCHM402)	90
AHCIRG306	Troubleshoot irrigation systems (AHCIRG306)	50
AHCIRG408	Schedule irrigations (AHCIRG408)	50
AHCLPW404	Produce maps for land management purposes (AHCLPW404)	120
AHCLSK317	Plan to exhibit livestock (AHCLSK317)	80
AHCLSK402	Develop livestock feeding plans (AHCLSK402)	140
AHCLSK404	Implement and monitor animal welfare programs (AHCLSK404)	80
AHCLSK405	Implement intensive production systems (AHCLSK405)	80
AHCLSK407	Plan and monitor intensive production systems (AHCLSK407)	120
AHCLSK416	Identify and select animals for breeding (AHCLSK416)	100
AHCMOM402	Supervise maintenance of property, machinery and equipment (AHCMOM402)	80
AHCNSY402	Plan a propagation program (AHCNSY402)	120
AHCORG402	Manage organic livestock production (AHCORG402)	100
AHCORG403	Manage organic soil improvement (AHCORG403)	100
AHCORG406	Oversee compliance with an organic certification scheme (AHCORG406)	60
AHCPCM401	Recommend plants and cultural practices (AHCPCM401)	80
AHCPCM402	Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program (AHCPCM402)	90
AHCPER403	Design an urban permaculture system (AHCPER403)	80
AHCPMG412	Develop a pest management plan (AHCPMG412)	90
AHCSOL401	Sample soils and interpret results (AHCSOL401)	60
AHCWOL402	Use individual fleece measurements to prepare wool for sale (AHCWOL402)	50
AHCWOL403	Plan, implement and review wool harvesting and clip preparation (AHCWOL403)	150
AHCWRK401	Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures (AHCWRK401)	100
AHCWRK402	Provide information on issues and policies (AHCWRK402)	60
AHCWRK507	Implement professional practice (AHCWRK507)	100
AHCBUS409	Participate in an e-business supply chain (AHCBUS409)	90
AHCAGB521	Select and use agricultural technology (AHCAGB521)	100
AHCAGB405	Analyse and interpret production data (AHCAGB405)	100
AHCBAC402	Plan a pasture establishment program (AHCBAC402)	120
BSBINM401	Implement Workplace Information System (BSBINM401)	40
BSBPMG417	Apply project life cycle management processes (BSBPMG417)	40
BSBRSK401	Identify Risk And Apply Risk Management Processes (BSBRSK401)	50

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information. Practical placement will be done on the job and simulated where possible.

For course information, please call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or fill our enquiry form.

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This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

Students eligible for Free TAFE receive the tuition rate free. Students eligible for JobTrainer pay 20% of the tuition. Materials, consumables and student services fees are payable by all students and do not receive a JobTrainer discount, however concession rates for student services fees are available for concession card holders, apprentices, trainees and 100% off campus delivery courses.

The fees listed below relate to 2021 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.

Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.

Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.

Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2) and non-tuition fees such as student support fees (table 3).

Table 1

Enrolment type

Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#

Concession
Indicative total tuition fee#
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Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#

Non-Apprentice

$3375.00

$675.00

$11150.00

Apprentice/Trainee

$N/A

Table 2

Average course
material fees^*

$637.50

Average course
consumable fees^*

$300.00

Scholarships Payment Plans

# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
^* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.

Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply such as the Student Support Fee.

2021 Student Services Fee (Table 3)

	Type of cohort:
	Eligible full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours)	Non eligible/FFS full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours)	Special cohort classes: Concession card holders Apprentices Trainees Work based students (100% off campus delivery) Full online delivery (100% off campus delivery)	Any students studying less than 125 hours in the full year
Domestic student services fees for 2021:	$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total	$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total	$60 fixed fee	None

Exemptions

The following fee categories are exempt from the SSF -
ASH: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Concession
ASZ: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Non-concession
X: Community-based Orders/Judy Lazarus Transition Centre
OZ: International Student
M: Prisoner
YTC: Young People Transitioning From Care – Concession
YTN: Young People Transitioning From Care - No Concession
Short courses

student contact hours

Total hours^	Indicative hours*	Government Subsidised $/SCH	Indigenous Concession $/SCH	Full fee $/SCH
1000	1000	$2.70	$0.54	$8.92

^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.

*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2021. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.

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What costs and other fees should I expect?

Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.

Can I apply?

There are no set prerequisites for this course. However it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course.

Where and how can I study?

You will study at the Broadmeadows campus.

Our flexible model allows you to continue to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with continued access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports.

You will be advised by your facilitator on a case by case basis in relation to practical and work placement assessments, as some flexibility will be required during this challenging time.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may lead to employment as a:

• Farm production manager

• Agronomist

• Station / property manager

What qualifications will I receive?

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Agriculture (AHC40116). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.

What opportunities for further studies will I have?

You may want to continue your studies with a Diploma of Agriculture (AHC50116).

How do I apply?

To apply for this course you must fill in a direct application form which can be obtained from the institute by calling the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. This course may also have a mid-year intake.

How will I be selected for this course?

All applicants will be interviewed by our teachers to assess your suitability for the course.