Certificate III in Landscape Construction

AHC30921

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 trade level roles in the landscape industry.

Individuals with this qualification perform tasks under broad supervision involving a broad range of skills that are applied in a wide variety of contexts. 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.

State/territory licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply in some jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.

  • Financial help

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

      • Career Start (general)
      • Career Start (apprenticeship)
      • Free Construction Apprenticeships for Over 25s
      • Free Apprenticeships for Under 25s

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do an apprenticeship.

      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 an apprenticeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This apprenticeship is available:

    • Landscape Tradesperson

  • 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 apprenticeship:
      3 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
Construct brick and block structures and features Core
Construct landscape features using concrete Core
Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding Core
Implement a paving project Core
Implement a plant establishment program Core
Implement a retaining wall project Core
Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas Core
Install drainage systems Core
Provide information on plants and their culture Core
Set out site for construction works Core
Apply environmentally sustainable work practices Elective
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry Elective
Construct, erect and dismantle formwork for stairs and ramps Elective
Contribute to workplace health and safety processes Elective
Cost a project Elective
Cure concrete Elective
Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground Elective
Erect timber structures and features Elective
Finish concrete Elective
Identify plant specimens Elective
Implement a landscape maintenance program Elective
Implement a tree transplanting program Elective
Implement an outdoor tiling project Elective
Install metal structures and features Elective
Install pressurised irrigation systems Elective
Install synthetic textile floor coverings in indoor and outdoor facilities Elective
Install water features Elective
Maintain roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades Elective
Operate and maintain chainsaws Elective
Operate machinery and equipment Elective
Place concrete Elective
Recognise plants Elective

Job prospects

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

  • Landscape Gardener

    ANZSCO 362213

    Landscape Gardeners plan and construct garden landscapes.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Paving and Surfacing Labourer

    ANZSCO 821511

    Paving and Surfacing Labourers perform routine tasks associated in laying bituminous and other paving materials on roads, runways, parking areas and other surfaces to be paved.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate I or secondary education

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Landscape Construction

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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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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