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 supervisory/managerial job roles in the landscape industry including leading hand, foreperson, site supervisor, landscape builder and construction manager.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks involving technical skills, problem solving and supervisory skills to operate, monitor and improve performance of landscape systems and projects, and may supervise staff.
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.
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Financial help
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Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:
*To be eligible for this funding, you have to do a traineeship.
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Cost
Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.
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VET Student Loans are not available
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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.
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On-the-job training
- Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.
This traineeship is available:
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Entry requirements
This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.
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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:
3 years - Qualification only:
6 months – 2 years
- Through traineeship:
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Delivery options
You may be able to access this training in these ways:
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 |
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| Cost a project | Core |
| Supervise landscape project works | Core |
| Analyse and present research information | Elective |
| Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings | Elective |
| Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 10 buildings | Elective |
| Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings | Elective |
| Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | Elective |
| Apply structural principles to Class 10 buildings | Elective |
| Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | Elective |
| Arrange building applications and approvals | Elective |
| Conduct induction process | Elective |
| Construct roof gardens | Elective |
| Construct vertical gardens and green facades | Elective |
| Coordinate business operational plans | Elective |
| Coordinate customer service and networking activities | Elective |
| Coordinate recruitment and onboarding | Elective |
| Design plant displays | Elective |
| Design roof gardens | Elective |
| Design vertical gardens and green facades | Elective |
| Develop personal work priorities | Elective |
| Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | Elective |
| Identify plant specimens | Elective |
| Implement quality assurance procedures | Elective |
| Implement records systems for small business | Elective |
| Lead team effectiveness | Elective |
| Maintain roof gardens, vertical gardens and green facades | Elective |
| Maintain workplace health and safety processes | Elective |
| Manage finances for new business ventures | Elective |
| Manage landscape projects | Elective |
| Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace | Elective |
| Operate within a budget framework | Elective |
| Plan a plant establishment program | Elective |
| Plan and implement a chemical use program | Elective |
| Process customer complaints | Elective |
| Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | Elective |
| Produce technical drawings | Elective |
| Provide information on issues and policies | Elective |
| Read and interpret plans and specifications | Elective |
| Recommend plants and cultural practices | Elective |
| Report on a project | Elective |
| Research and develop business plans | Elective |
| Sample soils and interpret results | Elective |
| Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | Elective |
| Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects | Elective |
| Source goods/services and evaluate contractors | Elective |
| Supervise ecological restoration works | Elective |
| Supervise irrigation system installation | Elective |
| Supervise maintenance of property, machinery and equipment | Elective |
| Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | Elective |
| Supervise work routines and staff performance | Elective |
| Write complex documents | Elective |
Job prospects
The Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.
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Landscape Gardener
ANZSCO 362213
Landscape Gardeners plan and construct garden landscapes.
Recommended education level:
Certificate III or IV
Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management
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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Landscape Skills (RTO code 41456)
Government funding
- Skills Assure Supplier
Contact this provider
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ARO COLLEGE (RTO code 40056)
Contact this provider
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Trade Upskilling Pty Ltd (RTO code 46161)
Contact this provider
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.
How do apprenticeships and traineeships work?
Apprenticeships and traineeships let you combine hands-on work experience with training. You’ll gain job-ready skills and earn an income while you complete a qualification.
As an apprentice or a trainee, you work with an employer while completing your training. Most of your time is spent learning on the job, with some classroom or online training to support the skills you're developing in the workplace.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships.
See more information about the apprenticeship or traineeship you’re interested in pursuing on the Queensland Training Information Service.
How long will this course take?
This course is competency-based training, which means you progress as you demonstrate your skills and knowledge, rather than in a set amount of time.
The duration shown here is an estimate for full-time study based on how long most people take to complete the course. You may finish earlier than other people, or it may take you a bit longer.
If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get credits or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the time needed for training.
Duration for apprenticeships and traineeships
Apprenticeships and traineeships take longer than doing the qualification on its own, but you learn valuable hands-on skills.
For some jobs, you may need to do an apprenticeship or traineeship before you are allowed to work as a qualified tradesperson. For example, you need to do an apprenticeship if you want to work as a licensed electrician.
Learn about how courses are delivered
Different courses have different delivery options. Consider your needs when you’re researching courses. Some courses may be delivered entirely online or partially online. Others may be delivered in a classroom.
Some courses, like those delivered through apprenticeships and traineeships, are mostly based in the workplace but with some classroom or online study.
If a certain type of delivery is important to you, talk to your provider before you enrol to make sure they offer that delivery option.
How to reduce the cost of your course
There are lots of ways you can reduce the cost of your course.
- The government could partly or fully cover the cost of your course. See information about financial help and government funding on this page.
- The government also offers funding for some costs related to your course.
- If you’ve already completed training or have worked in a relevant area, you could get a cost credit or recognition of prior learning. This can reduce the training you need to complete a qualification, which could reduce the cost.
Learn about financial help and government funding
The main cost of training is usually the course fees, which vary depending on things like which course and training provider you choose.
You may be able to get your training for free or at a reduced cost, or you could get help with paying for training-related costs. You can also pay for some courses with a VET Student Loan.
Find out more about getting help paying for your training or check if you're eligible.
What are entry requirements?
Some courses have conditions you need to meet before you can enrol in the course. They help make sure you have the right background or skills for the training.
Entry requirements might include a certain education level, skills or knowledge, work status, or experience.