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Certificate II in Protected Horticulture
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AHC21824
You have practical experience in the routine operations of greenhouses, nurseries, and protected cropping environments. We are currently establishing RTO partnerships to facilitate formal recognition for your skills in plant care and production. Register your interest today to be notified as soon as this pathway becomes available.
About This Qualification
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for individuals who work in support roles in the protected horticulture industry undertaking routine tasks in the areas of picking, packing, crop and nursery work. Individuals with this qualification work under supervision where the work is predictable and structured with limited judgement requirements. Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
AHC21824
Training Package
AHC — Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
See training.gov.au
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
View on training.gov.au →RPL It Status: Not yet available — Registering interest
Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Greenhouse Assistant Worker | Supporting daily operations within a protected environment, including plant maintenance and climate monitoring. |
| Horticultural Nursery Assistant | Assisting with propagation, potting, and general plant care within a commercial nursery setting. |
| Harvest and Packing Assistant | Executing routine picking and packaging tasks while maintaining food safety and quality standards. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Detailed resume highlighting your experience in nursery or greenhouse settings
- ✓Position descriptions outlining your responsibilities in picking, packing, or crop work
- ✓Employment contracts or letters of reference from supervisors
Crop & Plant Care
- ✓Records of plant propagation, pollination, or blocking on activities
- ✓Water sampling and testing logs for irrigation systems
- ✓Documentation of pest, disease, and weed treatments performed
Harvest & Production
- ✓Production data logs and records of harvesting activities
- ✓Packaging test results and quality inspection checklists
- ✓Documentation of biosecurity cleaning for machinery and tools
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Food safety procedure checklists and compliance records
- ✓Manual handling risk assessments and incident reports
- ✓Records of participation in workplace health and safety meetings
Equipment & Certifications
- ✓Machinery maintenance logs and operation records
- ✓Current First Aid certificate or Forklift licence if applicable
- ✓In-house training certificates for chemical handling or biosecurity
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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