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Certificate III in Production Nursery

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

A Certificate III in Production Nursery will help you start your career in the nursery industry. You’ll learn various techniques for plant production and be prepared to work with landscape plants, fruit and vegetable plants or flowers. This course will explore a range of processes used in plant nurseries and the floristry industry. The Certificate III in Production Nursery covers a range of topics to give you the skills and knowledge you need in the nursery field. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including preparing and applying chemicals, troubleshooting irrigation systems and implementing a propagation plan. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates.

Study mode Traineeship
Duration 12 months
Estimated fee* Unknown
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

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 the Certificate III in Production Nursery vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • 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.

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Career opportunities

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

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

Gardener

A Gardener establishes and maintains green spaces such as private gardens, community parks or landscaped public spaces. You might prepare an area f...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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South Metropolitan TAFE
South Metropolitan TAFE
Traineeship
12 Months (Full-time)