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Diploma of Permaculture

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AHC52122

You have spent years leading the design and implementation of sustainable, integrated systems. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a streamlined recognition pathway for this qualification. Register your interest today to be notified as soon as our assessment partners are ready to review your experience.

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About This Qualification

This qualification is designed for occupational outcomes of individuals who work as permaculture project managers, in a leadership capacity for organisations, groups or enterprises, requiring a whole system approach to planning, designing, managing and implementing integrated permaculture projects and programs, for permaculture communities or enterprises. In this role they take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy when undertaking tasks and are required to analyse information and employ critical thinking to manage permaculture projects in varied community settings. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Qualification Code

AHC52122

Training Package

AHC — Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package

AQF Level

Diploma

Total Units

12 (4 core + 8 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
Permaculture Project Manager	Leading the whole-system planning and implementation of integrated projects for communities or enterprises.
Permaculture Consultant	Providing expert strategic advice to clients on permaculture principles, practices, and system design.
Permaculture Designer	Creating complex, integrated system designs that address critical thinking and sustainable land management.

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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:

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A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements

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Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency

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Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation

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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:

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Work History & Roles

✓Current and past position descriptions for project manager or lead designer roles
✓A detailed resume reflecting leadership in permaculture enterprises
✓Records of professional development and industry memberships

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Design & Strategic Planning

✓Integrated permaculture system designs including maps and site analysis
✓Strategic plans for permaculture projects or community enterprises
✓Bioregional development strategies or sustainable community plans

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Project Management

✓Project schedules, budget reports, and resource management plans
✓Stakeholder engagement records and community governance documents
✓Contract negotiations and business plans for permaculture services

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Advisory & Education

✓Written advice provided to clients on permaculture principles
✓Records of facilitating participatory learning or community workshops
✓Climate risk management strategies and soil improvement plans

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Certifications & Training

✓Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) or Advanced Design certificates
✓Organic or biodynamic certification management records
✓Workplace health and safety (WHS) and environmental policy documents

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This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this qualification and RPL.

Is this qualification currently available through RPL It?▾

We are currently in the process of establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) to deliver this specific qualification. While not immediately available for assessment, we are building the pathway to ensure your experience is recognised against the latest national standards.

Why should I register my interest?▾

Registering ensures you are the first to know when our RTO partners are ready to begin assessments. It also allows us to provide you with preliminary guidance on the types of evidence you should begin gathering to demonstrate your competency.

Is an RPL qualification the same as one from full-time study?▾

Yes. A qualification achieved through Recognition of Prior Learning is identical to one earned through traditional study. It is issued by a Registered Training Organisation and is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework.

What kind of design evidence will I need to provide?▾

As a Diploma-level candidate, you will need to show evidence of critical thinking and whole-system design. This typically includes site maps, analysis reports, strategic plans, and documentation showing how you integrated various permaculture features into a cohesive system.

Does my experience in community governance count?▾

Absolutely. This qualification highly values the ability to plan community governance and decision-making processes. Evidence of leading community groups, managing volunteers, or developing bioregional strategies is very relevant.

Can I use evidence from international permaculture projects?▾

Yes, experience gained overseas is valid. You will simply need to demonstrate how your international work aligns with the units of competency in the Australian training package, particularly regarding site analysis and project management.

Related Qualifications

Other qualifications in the Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.

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