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.
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Unit of Competency
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Nominal
Hours
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RTC2701A - Follow OHS procedures
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20
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RTC2702A - Observe environmental work practices
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20
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RTC2705A - Work effectively in the industry
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20
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RTC2801A - Participate in workplace communications
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30
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RTC2005A - Fell small trees
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40
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RTC2016A - Recognise plants
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40
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RTC2304A - Operate and maintain chainsaws
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40
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RTF2009A - Perform above ground pruning
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40
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RTF2017A - Prune shrubs and small trees
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35
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RTF2027A - Undertake standard climbing techniques
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40
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RTF2311A - Undertake stump removal
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10
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RTC2012A - Plant trees and shrubs
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20
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RTC2307A - Operate machinery and equipment
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40
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RTC2404A - Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
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30
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RTF2025A - Transplant small trees
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20
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RTF2207A - Protect trees during construction work
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20
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RTC2026A - Undertake propagation activities
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30
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TOTAL
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495
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