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Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

Course Code AHC31024

Apprenticeship

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

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Certificate III in Parks and Gardens will give you the skills and knowledge to work in the management and maintenance of public and private parks, reserves and gardens, natural bushland and community recreation areas.

Career Opportunities

  • Greenkeeper
  • Parks and Gardens Tradesperson
  • Gardener
  • Groundsperson

Pathway to further studies

  • AHC40924 Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
  • AHC50621 Diploma of Landscape Design.

Studying the Certificate III in Parks and Gardens at Holmesglen

Throughout this course you will develop the necessary skills and knowledge to work in the management and maintenance of public and private parks, reserves and gardens, natural bushland and community recreation areas.<p>You will gain skills in the design and implementation of special plant displays and be able to give advice on plant selection and use in domestic and commercial situations.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.<p>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.<p>If you are undertaking the course as an apprenticeship, you must first have an a training agreement in place with a registered employer from a relevant industry.<p>RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING<br>You may be able to shorten the length of 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.

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

<strong>1 day per week, from 8.30am to 4pm</strong><p>To receive this qualification you must complete 16 units of competency:<br>11 core units <br>5 elective units <p>Elective units have been chosen by Holmesglen based on feedback from industry.
Unit code Unit name
AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes
AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment
AHCPCM306 Provide information on plants and their culture
AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
AHCPGD307 Implement a plant establishment program
AHCPMG301 Control weeds
AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCIRG346 Operate pressurised irrigation systems
AHCTRF309 Implement a grassed area maintenance program
AHCPGD310 Implement a landscape maintenance program
AHCPGD309 Perform specialist amenity pruning
Unit code Unit name
AHCPCM303 Identify plant specimens
AHCIRG345 Install pressurised irrigation systems
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
AHCPCM305 Implement a plant nutrition program

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

Apprenticeship

A training contract must be completed by the employer and apprentice within the first two weeks of employment.<br>A representative from the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network will visit the workplace to complete the training contract with the employer and the apprentice. <br><a href="https://www.australianapprenticeships.gov.au/">Visit australianapprenticeships.gov.au </a> for more information.

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 qualification you will receive AHC31024 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Gov. subsidised Apprenticeship $7,491
Concession $1,499
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 <br>Learners will need to supply: <br>Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) Safety pants <br>Work shirt (waist length jacket if cold) <br>Safety glasses <br>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 may vary 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-funding">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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