Canberra

Nurseryperson

A Nurseryperson propagates and cultivates plants for sale to the public or to a wholesale market. You’ll liaise with customers and tend to plants available for sale. You’ll make sure plants are thriving and keep them watered and fertilised. You might provide advice to customers on plant selection and process sales transactions. A Nurseryperson might have to process large orders and arrange transport of stock.

Being a Nurseryperson requires a good knowledge of plant species and their requirements. It can involve manual labour so you’ll need to be capable of some physical work. You’ll spend a lot of time outdoors so you’ll need to be ready to work in a range of weather conditions. A Nurseryperson should have good customer service skills and be able to communicate with team members, wholesale buyers and in store customers.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a nurseryperson?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
AHC30624

Certificate III in Production Horticulture
Traineeship
14 months
$17,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Nurseryperson
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Nurseryperson
AHC20422

Certificate II in Horticulture
Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $9,395
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Garden Labourer Landscape Labourer
Nurseryperson
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Garden Labourer Landscape Labourer Nurseryperson + 1 more
AHC20122

Certificate II in Agriculture
Traineeship
2 - 24 months
$0 - $8,120
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Station Hand Piggery Attendant
Nursery Hand Poultry Farm Worker Nurseryperson Beekeeper Apiarist
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Station Hand Piggery Attendant Nursery Hand Poultry Farm Worker Nurseryperson Beekeeper Apiarist + 5 more
AHC30122

Certificate III in Agriculture
Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $12,883
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Station Hand Piggery Attendant
Nursery Hand Poultry Farm Worker Nurseryperson
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Farmhand Station Hand Piggery Attendant Nursery Hand Poultry Farm Worker Nurseryperson + 3 more
Recommended
AHC31120

Certificate III in Nursery Operations
Traineeship
3 - 4 years
$0 - $19,420
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Nurseryperson
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nursery Hand Nurseryperson
AHC31124

Certificate III in Nursery Operations (Retail Nursery)
Traineeship
18 months
$14,960
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nurseryperson
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Nurseryperson
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Common questions

How can I become a nurseryperson?

To become a nurseryperson in Canberra, you may want to consider completing the Certificate III in Production Horticulture. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Canberra?

You can train to become a nurseryperson by completing a qualification with ARO College. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Canberra area that provide nurseryperson training. The closest campus is 82km away from the center of Canberra. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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