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Financial support
Government funding may be available for eligible students. Funding is available for vocational education courses that meet skills shortages on a state level.
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.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Horticulture Management will prepare you for the following roles.
Head Gardener
A Head Gardener oversees the creation and maintenance of gardens, parks and landscaped areas. You might design green spaces, prepare costings and s...
Park Manager
Park Manager oversees daily operations of parks, ensuring high standards of customer service and facility maintenance. Responsibilities include man...
Horticulturalist
A Horticulturalist works in a range of different fields to cultivate green areas or help other people select plants. You might work with farmers to...
Irrigation Specialist
An Irrigation Specialist customises irrigation systems for public parks and gardens or private residences. You might liaise with clients and design...
Wildlife Carer
A Wildlife Carer looks after injured or sick native animals until they can be returned to their natural habitat. You might be employed by an animal...
Vineyard Manager
A Vineyard Manager is responsible for producing a quality crop of grapes for sale or for wine production. You’ll oversee all aspects of planting, g...
Winemaker
A Winemaker oversees the process of producing wine for sale. Your duties will depend on the time of year and the stage of production the wine is at...
Aquaculture Manager
An Aquaculture Manager oversees the general running of an aquatic farming operation or hatchery. Your role will involve everything from breeding ne...
Conservation Manager
A Conservation Manager works to protect environmental areas from development or degradation. You might focus on wildlife or plant preservation, are...
Planning Officer
A Planning Officer assesses development applications, ensures projects meet regulations, and liaises with stakeholders. They evaluate proposals, co...
Landscape Manager
A Landscape Manager oversees landscaping projects in private residences or community areas. You might come up with a design for an area including p...
Greenkeeper
A Greenkeeper cares for a range of sporting fields, most commonly golf courses. You’ll maintain greens, fairways and other areas of the course to e...
Groundsperson
A Groundsperson maintains sporting fields in a range of facilities. You’ll look after grassed or turfed surfaces with a range of tasks including mo...
Irrigation Assistant
Irrigation Assistants install and maintain irrigation systems in a range of settings. You might specialise in agricultural irrigation or work on sy...
Renewable Energy Tradesperson
A Renewable Energy Tradesperson installs and maintains equipment used in the renewable energy industry. You might set up renewable energy systems a...
Irrigation Water Supervisor
An Irrigation Water Supervisor coordinates the operations of irrigation systems in a range of settings. You might work in a particular field such a...
Irrigation Field Officer
An Irrigation Field Officer operates and maintains irrigation supply systems for a range of industries. You might set up new irrigation systems or...
Water Networks Operator
A Water Networks Operator performs a range of duties on water network systems. You might carry out maintenance on water network equipment or perfor...
Agricultural Technician
An Agricultural Technician supports farming operations by assisting with crop management, soil testing, irrigation, and pest control. They conduct...
Forestry Supervisor
A Forestry Supervisor oversees the management of forest sites, coordinating activities like maintenance, fire prevention, and pest control. Their d...
Geographer
A Geographer analyses the Earth's physical characteristics, including landforms, climates, and ecosystems, while also studying human interaction wi...
Wildlife Management Officer
A Wildlife Management Officer plays a crucial role in the conservation and management of wildlife populations and their habitats, contributing sign...
Wildlife Conservator
A Wildlife Conservator is dedicated to the protection and conservation of wildlife and their habitats, engaging in various essential activities to...
Conservation Researcher
A Conservation Researcher studies ecosystems and wildlife to inform conservation efforts. You may work with non-profits or government agencies, foc...
Council Maintenance Worker
A Council Maintenance Worker conducts a range of duties on local government facilities. You might work in parks and gardens, on roadside areas or o...
Agricultural Economist
An Agricultural Economist analyses economic data related to agricultural production and markets. You might work in government departments, research...
Geochemist
Geochemists are scientific professionals who have extensive knowledge of (both) chemistry and the earth sciences. They study the chemical structure...
Palaeontologist
A Palaeontologist studies the history of life on Earth through the examination of fossils. You might work in universities, museums, or research ins...
Plant Scientist
A Plant Scientist studies the biology and growth of plants to improve their health and productivity. You might work in agricultural research centre...
Plant Biologist
A Plant Biologist studies plant life and its interactions with the environment. You might work in research facilities, universities, or agricultura...
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