- Course Code
- AHC30716
- Course Type
- Accredited Course; Free TAFE
- Study mode
- On Campus
- Duration
- 1 year (2 days per week)
- Starting Date
- February 2020
- Location
- Bairnsdale Trade Centre
- Morwell
Course Overview
Are you a hands-on learner? This entry-level qualification is an exciting and interactive way to gain new skills in horticulture. You’ll learn about identifying plants, looking after plants, managing landscapes, propagating, pruning and more for gardens and nurseries. Practice operating machinery and equipment under the guidance of industry professionals.
This is a real ‘doing’ course where you will test your knowledge and abilities in horticulture. Once you’ve completed your qualification, it will be easier for you to find work as a horticulturist, in a nursery, a garden or in parks.
Times
Morwell - Thursday & Friday 9.00am – 3.30pm
Bairnsdale Trade centre - Wednesday & Thursday 9.00am – 4.00pm
Qualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Horticulture.Career Opportunities
Horticulture industry is very diverse and provides individuals with opportunities from soil rectification to production and retail/wholesale employment.
The Horticulture industry in Gippsland has significant important assets that positions the region to further develop its horticulture and food production opportunities
Opportunities for Further Study
Further Information
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Mandatory entry requirements
- For each Learner enrolling in a vocational qualification, regardless of eligible or ineligible status under the Victorian Training Guarantee, TAFE Gippsland will conduct a Pre-Training Review of current competencies (including literacy and numeracy skills) prior to commencement in training.
Recommended entry requirements
- Certificate II in Horticulture
- Preferably 16 or over
Pre-requisites
Not Applicable
Online requirement
Not Applicable
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this courseHelp with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
Students may undertake up to 240 hours of vocational placement, this is designed to enhance the students learning throughout the coursePlacement is arranged by: Student
Pathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
It is advised that students obtain the following to undertake their studies:
Pen & Notebook. Steel capped boots, sun-hat, sunscreen, water-bottle, ear protection (earmuffs), eye protection (clear safety glasses), hi-vis and small back-pack.
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Course Modules
| Bairnsdale course units |
| AHCCHM303 Prepare And Apply Chemicals |
| AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases |
| AHCTRF302 Establish Turf |
| AHCIRG303 Measure irrigation delivery system performance |
| AHCPCM301 Implement a plant nutrition program |
| AHCPHT306 Establish horticultural crops |
| AHCWRK305 Coordinate work site activities |
| AHCPGD302 Plan and maintain plant displays |
| AHCNSY306 Implement a propagation plan |
| AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes |
| AHCPCM302 Provide information on plants and their culture |
| AHCPMG301 Control Weeds |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL303 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
| AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals |
| AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment |
| AHCNSY301 Maintain nursery plants |
| Morwell course units |
| AHCIRG303 Measure irrigation delivery system performance |
| AHCWRK309 Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
| AHCCHM303 Prepare And Apply Chemicals |
| AHCLSC401 Supervise Landscape Project Works |
| AHCPCM301 Implement a plant nutrition program |
| AHCTRF302 Establish Turf |
| AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases |
| AHCPGD302 Plan and maintain plant displays |
| AHCNSY306 Implement a propagation plan |
| AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes |
| AHCPCM302 Provide information on plants and their culture |
| AHCPMG301 Control Weeds |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL303 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
| AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals |
| AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment |
| AHCPCM303 Identify Plant Specimens |
| AHCNSY301 Maintain nursery plants |
| AHCWRK209 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Assessment
Assessment tasks typically include multiple choice, short answer, projects, tasks, role play and learner activities. Practical assessment are also completed in class or in the workplace, with the trainer.