Certificate III in Horticulture

AHC30722

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for general vocational job roles in the amenity horticulture industry.

This qualification is not intended to be used as a substitute for AHC Training Package trade qualifications.

Individuals with this qualification perform tasks under broad supervision involving a broad range of skills that are applied in a wide variety of contexts, which will involve discretion and judgement in selecting and operating equipment, coordinating resources and applying contingency measures during work.

Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (general)
      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This traineeship is available:

    • Horticulture Level 3

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through traineeship:
      2 years
    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply environmentally sustainable work practices Core
Contribute to workplace health and safety processes Core
Control plant pests, diseases and disorders Core
Control weeds Core
Identify and select plants Core
Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas Core
Operate machinery and equipment Core
Operate pressurised irrigation systems Core
Perform specialist amenity pruning Core
Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases Core
Transport and store chemicals Core
Access, extract and monitor water for irrigation Elective
Apply biosecurity measures Elective
Conduct site inspections Elective
Coordinate work site activities Elective
Establish turf Elective
Identify plant specimens Elective
Implement a grassed area maintenance program Elective
Implement a landscape maintenance program Elective
Implement a maintenance program for hydroponic systems Elective
Implement a paving project Elective
Implement a plant establishment program Elective
Implement a plant nutrition program Elective
Implement a propagation plan Elective
Implement a tree maintenance program Elective
Install and maintain plant displays Elective
Install drainage systems Elective
Licence to drive a heavy rigid vehicle Elective
Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle Elective
Licence to drive a medium rigid vehicle Elective
Maintain nursery plants Elective
Measure irrigation delivery system performance Elective
Operate basic machinery and equipment Elective
Perform pruning operations Elective
Plan and maintain plant displays Elective
Prepare growing media Elective
Prepare specialised plants Elective
Prepare sports turf surfaces for play Elective
Provide information on plants and their culture Elective
Provide on-job training support Elective
Recognise plants Elective
Report on health and condition of trees Elective
Troubleshoot irrigation systems Elective
Undertake storm and water damage operations Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Horticulture sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Flower Grower

    ANZSCO 121212

    Plant, cultivate and harvest flowering and foliage plants.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Fruit and Nut Grower

    ANZSCO 121213

    Plant, cultivate and harvest plants that bear fruits or nuts.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Grape Grower

    ANZSCO 121215

    Plant, cultivate and harvest table or wine grapes.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Mixed Crop Farmer

    ANZSCO 121216

    Plant, cultivate and harvest a variety of crops.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Vegetable Grower

    ANZSCO 121221

    Plant, cultivate and harvest vegetables.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Other Crop Farmer

    ANZSCO 121299

    Plant, cultivate and harvest various crops.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Gardener (General)

    ANZSCO 362211

    Gardeners (General) plant, cultivate and maintain parks and gardens.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Nurseryperson

    ANZSCO 362411

    Nurserypersons propagate and cultivate trees, shrubs, and ornamental and flowering plants in plant nurseries.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Garden Labourer

    ANZSCO 841411

    Garden Labourers assist in cultivating and maintaining gardens.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

  • Nursery Hand (Horticulture)

    ANZSCO 841412

    Nursery Hands (Horticulture) assist in propagating, cultivating and harvesting plants in horticultural nurseries.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Horticulture

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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