Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management

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National code: AHC31416 Certificate (TAFE) Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management provides skills and knowledge relevant to the conservation and land management industry. Students participate in industry-focused field-based training to gain skills for outdoor work at trade level.

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Duration

1.5 years part-time

Intakes

Wantirna (March, April, July, October) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Part-time (day)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management provides training, skills and knowledge relevant to the conservation and land management industry. The training is industry focused and field-based which provides skills for outdoor workers at trade level with industry recognised certificates.

On completion, students may articulate to the Diploma of Conservation and Land Management, the Diploma of Horticulture and the Diploma of Landscape Design.

Course structure

A total of 16 units of competency must be successfully completed, made up of two core and 14 elective units. Select at least six units from Certificate III in the AHC-endorsed Training Package. A maximum of eight units aligned to AQF levels 2, 3, or 4 may be selected from up to four endorsed Training Packages or Accredited Courses. Selected units must be relevant to job outcomes in AgriFood and related industries and must be chosen to ensure the integrity of the qualification outcome at AQF level 3.

Units of study

Core units

Contribute to work health and safety processes (AHCWHS301)

Apply environmentally sustainable work practices (AHCWRK309)

Elective units
Select 14 from the following:

Recognise fauna (AHCFAU20)

Collect native seed (AHCNAR305)

Identify plant specimens (AHCPCM303)

Undertake sampling and testing of water (AHCLPW306)

Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry (CPCCOHS2001A)

Work safely at heights (RIIWHS204D)

Prepare and apply chemicals (AHCCHM303)

Transport and store chemicals (AHCCHM304)

Prevent injury (PUAFIR215)

Respond to wildfire (PUAFIR204B)

Control weeds (AHCPMG301)

Operate specialised machinery and equipment (AHCMOM305)

Apply animal trapping techniques (AHCPMG307)

Plan and construct conventional fencing (AHCINF303)

Operate and maintain chainsaws (AHCMOM213)

Undertake propagation activities (AHCNSY203)

Trim and cut felled trees (FWPCOT2239)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

Graduates may be able to find employment as a land rehabilitation worker, parks worker, crew member for government land management and water organisations, environmental monitoring, project fire fighter, pest and weed control or outdoor team leader.

Aims and objectives

This course aims to provide the student with knowledge and skills to operate successfully and safely in the conservation and land management industry.

Graduate skills

Graduates will have the knowledge and skills to work as a crew member in the outdoor land management industry with certification in occupational health and safety (OHS), chainsaw operation, fire training, Auschem, ladder use, and small machinery.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate III in Conservation and Land Management Estimated course fees for 2020*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$11,850	$5,230	$1,046

Estimated course fees for 2020*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$11,850

$5,230

$1,046

Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.

Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 995.

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Entry requirements

Applicants must be 15 years or over and have appropriate numeracy and literacy skills.

How to apply

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059