AHC30716 - Certificate III in Horticulture
This course is designed for those wanting to establish roots in the horticultural industry. Horticulture is a diverse industry where you can enjoy an interesting and exciting career, perfect for people seeking outdoor work involved in growing and managing plants.
Mixed Mode, On-campus, RPL/RCC/Credit, Online
There are multiple durations. Please refer to Course Structure below.
Gladstone, Mixed Mode, Rockhampton City
16 units
Possible Career Opportunities could lead to employment as a Horticulture worker, a Horticulture assistant, a Horticulturist or a Gardener.
This is a nationally recognised accredited course.
Mixed Mode Distance Study
Duration:2 years full-time
Core
| AHCPMG301 | Control weeds |
| AHCPCM302 | Provide information on plants and their culture |
| AHCSOL303 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes |
Elective
| AHCARB301 | Implement a tree maintenance program |
| AHCIRG331 | Install pressurised irrigation systems |
| AHCNAR301 | Maintain natural areas |
| AHCNAR303 | Implement revegetation works |
| AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
| AHCTRF303 | Implement a grassed area maintenance program |
| AHCTRF302 | Establish turf |
| AHCPGD304 | Implement a landscape maintenance program |
| AHCPGD303 | Perform specialist amenity pruning |
| AHCPCM304 | Report on health and condition of trees |
| AHCPCM301 | Implement a plant nutrition program |
| AHCNSY306 | Implement a propagation plan |
| AHCNSY303 | Install and maintain plant displays |
| AHCNSY301 | Maintain nursery plants |
| AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment |
| AHCIRG333 | Maintain pressurised irrigation systems |
| AHCCHM304 | Transport handle and store chemicals |
| AHCCHM303 | Prepare and apply chemicals |
| AHCPGD301 | Implement a plant establishment program |
On-campus Rockhampton
Duration: 2 years full-timeCore
| AHCPCM302 | Provide information on plants and their culture |
| AHCSOL303 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCPMG301 | Control weeds |
| AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes |
Elective
| AHCARB301 | Implement a tree maintenance program |
| AHCIRG331 | Install pressurised irrigation systems |
| AHCNAR301 | Maintain natural areas |
| AHCNAR303 | Implement revegetation works |
| AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
| AHCTRF303 | Implement a grassed area maintenance program |
| AHCTRF302 | Establish turf |
| AHCPGD303 | Perform specialist amenity pruning |
| AHCPGD304 | Implement a landscape maintenance program |
| AHCPGD301 | Implement a plant establishment program |
| AHCPCM304 | Report on health and condition of trees |
| AHCPCM301 | Implement a plant nutrition program |
| AHCNSY306 | Implement a propagation plan |
| AHCNSY303 | Install and maintain plant displays |
| AHCNSY301 | Maintain nursery plants |
| AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment |
| AHCIRG333 | Maintain pressurised irrigation systems |
| AHCCHM304 | Transport handle and store chemicals |
| AHCCHM303 | Prepare and apply chemicals |
On-campus Gladstone
Duration: 2 years full-timeCore
| AHCPCM302 | Provide information on plants and their culture |
| AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes |
| AHCPMG301 | Control weeds |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL303 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
Elective
| AHCCHM303 | Prepare and apply chemicals |
| AHCCHM304 | Transport handle and store chemicals |
| AHCPCM304 | Report on health and condition of trees |
| AHCPGD303 | Perform specialist amenity pruning |
| AHCPCM301 | Implement a plant nutrition program |
| AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
| AHCPGD304 | Implement a landscape maintenance program |
| AHCPGD301 | Implement a plant establishment program |
| AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment |
| AHCIRG333 | Maintain pressurised irrigation systems |
| AHCTRF303 | Implement a grassed area maintenance program |
On-campus Gladstone
| 2022 February | Gladstone |
| 2022 April | Gladstone |
| 2022 July | Gladstone |
| 2022 September | Gladstone |
On-campus Rockhampton
| 2022 February | Rockhampton City |
| 2022 April | Rockhampton City |
| 2022 July | Rockhampton City |
| 2022 September | Rockhampton City |
Mixed Mode Distance Study
| 2022 February | Gladstone, Rockhampton City |
| 2022 April | Gladstone, Rockhampton City |
| 2022 July | Gladstone, Rockhampton City |
| 2022 September | Gladstone, Rockhampton City |
There are no entry requirements, however it is highly recommended that students have attained a Sound Achievement (SA) result in Year 10 numeracy and literacy subjects or equivalent prior to enrolling in this course. Distance - Mixed Mode students undertaking this course will need to participate in work placement or attend campus practical activities where available to fulfil the practical requirements of this course.
Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or high level course.
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| Subsidised concession fee | $1,440.00 (2022) |
| Fee for service per unit | $416.00 (2022) |
| Subsidised full fee per unit | $127.00 (2022) |
| Subsidised concession fee per unit | $90.00 (2022) |
| TAFE Priority Skills Fund/Training Program fee per unit | $67.00 (2022) |
| JobTrainer | $0 |
| JobTrainer fee per unit | $0 |
| Fee for service | $6,656.00 (2022) |
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