Certificate II in Mining/Field Exploration
RII20620
Trades & constructionCertificate IINationally recognised
Level 2AQF level
14Units to complete
6 months to 1 yearAQF length guide
2Training providers
Mar 2026Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQF
Qualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (RII20620, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate II; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our factsOccupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Field Assistant/Fieldworker (Mining)
Industries
Mineral Mining ExplorationServices to Mining
Source: training.gov.au
As listed for RII20620 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our factsWhat you learn
To finish you complete 14 units: 5 core plus 9 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.
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AHCECR203Perform basic ecological restoration works
AHCECR303Implement biological reintroduction works
AHCSAW203Conduct erosion and sediment control activities
AHCSAW303Construct conservation earthworks
BSBTWK301Use inclusive work practices
CPPSSI3016Provide field support services for surveying and spatial projects
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
RIICOM201ECommunicate in the workplace
RIIEGS201DOperate in isolated and remote situations
RIIEGS202EConduct field work
RIIEGS301EOperate and maintain instruments and field equipment
RIIEGS304EMobilise equipment and materials
RIIEGS305ENavigate in remote or trackless areas
RIIENV201EIdentify and assess environmental and heritage concerns
RIIERR202EContribute to the control of emergencies and critical situations
RIIQUA201EMaintain and monitor site quality standards
RIIRIS201EConduct local risk control
RIIRIS202ERespond to site based spills
RIISTD202ECollect routine site samples
RIIVEH305FOperate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle
RIIWHS201EWork safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
Source: training.gov.au
Unit list from the RII20620 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our factsWho offers it
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