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Certificate III in Horticulture

Course Code AHC30722

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Duration
  • Part Time
  • 18 months
Delivery
  • On Campus
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  • Glen Waverley

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Overview

The Certificate III in Horticulture provides training that when combined with workplace experience will give you the skills to work as a general horticulturalist within the turf, landscape, and production nursery sectors.

Career Opportunities

  • horticulturalist
  • gardener
  • turf, landscape, production, nursery sectors

Pathway to further studies

  • AHC40122 Certificate IV in Agriculture
  • AHC40920 Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
  • AHC50422 Diploma of Horticulture Management
  • AHC50621 Diploma of Landscape Design
  • AHC51120 Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management

Studying the Certificate III in Horticulture at Holmesglen

This course is specifically designed for those aiming to formalise their skills and knowledge or who have previously completed a Certificate II in Horticulture.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 18 years of age.<p>Applicants must have been working in horticulture for at least two years, or have previously gained Certificate II in Horticulture. They are required to be mobile, with adequate fine motor skills in order to complete some of the assessments.<p>Learners will require a minimum of 2 years working within the horticulture industry or have previously gained a Certificate II in Horticulture or equivalent.
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.

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

This qualification consists of 17 units of competency<p>11 Core units plus<br>6 elective units<p>Elective units have been chosen by Holmesglen based on feedback from industry and staff.<p>If you have already completed other eligible units these may be counted towards completion of your qualification.
Unit code Unit name
AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes
AHCPCM308 Identify and select plants
AHCWRK320 Apply environmentally sustainable work practices
AHCPMG301 Control weeds
AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment
AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
AHCPGD309 Perform specialist amenity pruning
AHCIRG346 Operate pressurised irrigation systems
Unit code Unit name
AHCBIO303 Apply biosecurity measures
AHCSOL305 Prepare growing media
AHCNSY207 Undertake propagation activities
AHCPCM305 Implement a plant nutrition program
AHCPCM404 Recommend plants and cultural practices
AHCSOL406 Sample soils and interpret results

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

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Click the ‘apply’ button below to get your application started with us. Our friendly Holmesglen team will be in touch to discuss your study opportunities and pre-training requirements.

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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 successful completion of this course learners will receive AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $14,454
Government subsidised $6,119
Concession $1,224
Free TAFE eligible student FREE

Additional Course Cost

Required personal protective equipment students will need to supply is: <br>Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) <br>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) Note pad Biro <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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