AHC31120 Certificate III in Nursery Operations

Certificate III in Nursery Operations

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Get a job at a nursery or garden centre with the AHC31120 Certificate III in Nursery Operations. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to grow and care for nursery plants, using a range of chemicals and nursery equipment. The course covers: workplace safety, transporting and storing hazardous chemicals, recognising plant species, operating irrigation systems, understanding plant nutrition, recognising pests and diseases, selling plants to customers, operating vehicles and machinery, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, nursery career outcomes, and upcoming dates for enrolment.

Nationally recognised training

VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.

Get job-ready

Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for VET courses include both national standards and additional criteria set by individual Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).

It’s important to review these requirements for each course provider to ensure you meet all necessary prerequisites before applying.

There are no mandated entry requirements.

Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

Course fees

Course fees vary depending on the course provider.

Estimated Fee* $5,010 - $19,420 per year Fees are based on full-time study.

*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Nursery Operations will prepare you for the following roles.

Nursery Hand

A Nursery Hand works on the daily tasks needed to successfully run a plant nursery. Your role might require you to help propagate or cultivate plan...

Avg yearly income $52,000

Entry barriers Low

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 a...

Avg yearly income $62,400

Entry barriers Low