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Certificate III in On Country Management
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AHC31522
You have spent years caring for Country and upholding the cultural protocols that protect our land and waterways. Your deep knowledge of traditional management and contemporary conservation is a significant asset that deserves formal recognition. We are currently establishing RTO partnerships for this qualification and invite you to register your interest to be the first to know when the pathway opens.
About This Qualification
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge required for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to operate on Country, following local cultural protocols and using a mix of traditional and contemporary management strategies. The term 'on Country' refers to the land, waterways and the sea. Individuals with this qualification may perform a range of roles under broad direction on land and water, including: rangers (park, on Country, discovery)tour guidescouncil workers land management corporations' employeesbushland management officersAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and heritage officers. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
AHC31522
Training Package
AHC — Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate III
Total Units
12 (3 core + 9 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Ranger (On Country) | Managing land and sea resources while protecting areas of cultural significance through traditional and contemporary practices. |
| Cultural Heritage Officer | Identifying and conserving heritage sites while consulting with local communities to conduct educational programs. |
| Aboriginal Tour Guide | Sharing local cultural knowledge and interpreting the landscape for visitors in cultural centres or on Country. |
| Bushland Management Officer | Implementing restoration works and ecological management strategies to maintain native ecosystems and biodiversity. |
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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
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Our approach:
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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
- ✓Position descriptions for Ranger or Cultural Officer roles
- ✓Resumes detailing land management or discovery ranger work
- ✓Contracts or letters of engagement with Land Councils or Parks
Cultural Protocols & Community
- ✓Records of community consultations and Elder engagement
- ✓Evidence of following local cultural protocols during works
- ✓Letters of support from Traditional Owner groups or organisations
Land & Site Management
- ✓Site inspection reports and maintenance logs for cultural sites
- ✓Evidence of implementing cultural burning or weed control
- ✓GPS data, maps, or records of flora and fauna observations
Operational Safety & Environment
- ✓Workplace health and safety risk assessments and toolboxes
- ✓Environmentally sustainable work practice reports
- ✓Incident reports and emergency response documentation
Certifications & Training
- ✓Current First Aid or Remote First Aid certificates
- ✓Chainsaw operation or chemical application tickets
- ✓Four-wheel drive operation or SCUBA diving certifications
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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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Agribusiness Management
AHC60319
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Arboriculture
AHC60524
Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
AHC60422
Certificate I
Certificate I in Agriculture
AHC10222
Certificate I
Certificate I in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
AHC10124
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