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RTF20203 Certificate II in Horticulture (Arboriculture)

The course comprises the following units of competency from the Horticultural Training Package:

Duration: Apprentices and other students commence early March with 2 weeks full time training. Then 1 day per week. Total 44 days including 1 week block release in July.

Unit of Competency

Nominal

Hours

RTC2701A - Follow OHS procedures

20

RTC2702A - Observe environmental work practices

20

RTC2705A - Work effectively in the industry

20

RTC2801A - Participate in workplace communications

30

RTC2005A - Fell small trees

40

RTC2016A - Recognise plants

40

RTC2304A - Operate and maintain chainsaws

40

RTF2009A - Perform above ground pruning

40

RTF2017A - Prune shrubs and small trees

35

RTF2027A - Undertake standard climbing techniques

40

RTF2311A - Undertake stump removal

10

RTC2012A - Plant trees and shrubs

20

RTC2307A - Operate machinery and equipment

40

RTC2404A - Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders

30

RTF2025A - Transplant small trees

20

RTF2207A - Protect trees during construction work

20

RTC2026A - Undertake propagation activities

30

TOTAL

495

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