How do I become a greenkeeper?
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AHC51024
Diploma of Sports Turf Management
Traineeship
18 months
$18,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
ARO College
AHC20919
Certificate II in Sports Turf Management
On Campus, Traineeship
12 months
$0 - $5,440
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Common questions
How much does a Greenkeeper earn?
In Australia, a full time Greenkeeper generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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What are the job opportunities for a Greenkeeper?
This industry has seen a rise in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 20,200 people working as a Greenkeeper in Australia compared to 15,400 five years ago. Greenkeepers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities where sporting facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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How do I become a Greenkeeper?
A Certificate III in Sports Turf Management is an ideal qualification if you’d like a career as a Greenkeeper. You’ll cover a range of topics relevant to establishing and maintaining playing surfaces such as plant nutrition, weed control, plant pests and diseases and irrigation systems. You could also further your studies with a Diploma of Sports Turf Management.
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Further reading
What can you do with a Certificate III in Horticulture?
18th November 2020
