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Certificate III in Landscape Construction

Course Code AHC30921

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 3 years
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Glen Waverley

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Landscape Construction provides skills and knowledge in areas including building concrete/brick/block/stone structures and features, installing drainage systems, implementing paving and retaining wall projects, offering information on plants and their culture, and constructing soil profiles.

Career Opportunities

  • landscape worker
  • landscaper

Pathway to further studies

  • AHC50621 Diploma of Landscape Design

Studying the Certificate III in Landscape Construction at Holmesglen

Holmesglen's qualified and experienced teachers will assist you to achieve the skills you need to advance your career in landscaping.<p>This course provides you with the necessary skills and knowledge that, when combined with workplace enhancement skills, will enable you to perform the work of a landscape gardening constructor.<p>Roles in the industry can be varied and include, construction and maintenance of domestic and commercial landscapes, or the construction and installation of amenity and recreational landscape structures.<p>You may also undertake the design of gardens and commercial landscapes, or provide technical advice and forward estimates on landscape development proposals.<p>Employers in this industry include individual landscapers, landscaping companies and public bodies, such as local councils.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.<p>A fair amount of strength and physical fitness is required in order to participate in the construction work required. <p>All non-apprentices are identified and supported by Apprentice Central with a view for them to engage in an apprenticeship program as soon as possible.<p>Learners commencing the course as a non apprentice will be actively seeking an apprenticeship while studying in order to practice and consolidate skills on-the-job
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
Students beginning the course as Non-Apprentices are encouraged to actively pursue an apprenticeship while studying, allowing them to practice and reinforce their skills in a real work environment. These Non-Apprentice learners are required to attend on-site classes at Holmesglen for one day per week over a 36-month period. It's important for Non-Apprentices to be capable of meeting the physical demands of assessment tasks, which may involve operating machinery, lifting heavy objects, and performing digging activities.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

To receive this qualification you must complete 17 Units of Competency - 10 core units and 7 elective units. Elective units have been chosen based on industry feedback.
Unit code Unit name
AHCLSC311 Set out site for construction works
AHCLSC317 Construct landscape features using concrete
AHCLSC312 Construct brick and block structures and features
AHCLSC316 Implement a paving project
AHCLSC319 Implement a retaining wall project
AHCDRG305 Install drainage systems
AHCLSC313 Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding
AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture
AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program
Unit code Unit name
AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes
AHCLSC318 Erect timber structures and features
AHCMOM310 Operate land-forming machinery and equipment
RIIMPO335E Conduct skid steer loader operations without attachments
AHCSOL406 Sample soils and interpret results
AHCIRG345 Install pressurised irrigation systems
AHCBUS407 Cost a project

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Direct

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Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will be awarded AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $25,652
Government subsidised $6,595
Concession $1,319
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester
General Services Fee (Concession) $35 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

Required personal protective equipment students will need to supply is: Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) Safety pants <br>Work shirt (waist length jacket if cold) Safety glasses Ear protection <br>Hat for sun protection <br>Sunscreen (if exposed to sunlight) <br>Safety gloves (if handling building materials) Notepad & Pen <br>The total cost of these items is between $250 - $300 <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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