Gardening Courses in Melbourne

If you love gardening and the outdoors the AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction qualifies you for work as a landscaper. This nationally recognised certificate is geared toward constructions skills but you’ll also learn how to recognise plants and create plant, tree, and turf gardens. The course covers: drainage systems, paving, brick and block structures, stone features, concreting, retaining walls, roof gardens, irrigation systems, water features, outdoor tiling, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, landscape construction competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture offers a hands-on learning experience for aspiring horticulturists, covering a diverse range of topics such as plant care, landscaping, and sustainable gardening practices. This nationally recognized certificate program equips students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the flourishing field of horticulture..

The AHC50422 Diploma of Horticulture Management is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge required to work in the field of horticulture. This diploma focuses on strategic management, sustainable practices, and advanced horticultural techniques, preparing students for leadership roles in the evolving horticulture industry..

Become a supervisor at a horticulture farm or production nursery with the AHC40320 Certificate IV in Production Horticulture. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you the latest techniques in plant propagation and growing as well as a range of leadership and administration skills. The course covers: implementing a biosecurity program, operating within a budget, managing work teams, ensuring site work health and safety, chemical management and safety, scheduling irrigation, developing soil and plant nutrition programs, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, horticulture and leadership competencies, plus the latest enrolment dates..

The AHC51024 Diploma of Sports Turf Management is for qualified greenkeepers (including golf course superintendents and sports turf managers) needing leadership and management skills. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn how to develop a chemical use strategy, recruit and manage staff, produce written budgets and financial reports — as well as gain advanced skills in plant and soil management, drainage, irrigation, landscaping, and turf renovation. Enquire now for upcoming training dates and elective choices..

The AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture helps you build a solid knowledge of plant establishment, soil health, and revegetation. At the same time gaining higher end skills to help you cost out projects, work within a budget, and minimise the use of chemicals. Perfect for anyone wanting their own landscaping or gardening business. Enquire now for the full list of units and enrolment instructions..

The AHC52021 Diploma of Landscape Construction Management equips individuals with the specialist skills and knowledge to manage complex landscape projects. It covers contract negotiation, budgeting, estimation, and tender preparation. Participants will gain technical expertise in site surveying, ensuring projects are completed accurately and sustainably. This qualification prepares individuals for managerial roles in the landscape industry, enabling them to take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in advanced skilled activities, ensuring successful project outcomes. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The AHC42021 Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management equips students with the skills to supervise complex landscape projects. It covers costing, budgeting, plant establishment, and site maintenance, with a focus on sustainability and safety. This qualification prepares individuals for supervisory or managerial roles in the landscape industry, such as leading hand, foreperson, site supervisor, or construction manager. Graduates will be able to oversee landscape systems, solve technical problems, and supervise staff, ensuring efficient and effective project delivery. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The AHC20621 Certificate II in Parks and Gardens equips students with skills in plant identification, soil analysis, pruning, irrigation, and weed treatment. This entry-level course offers pathway options in the parks and gardens industry, focusing on maintaining environmentally sustainable work practices. It describes the skills and knowledge for supporting roles such as garden labourer, where individuals perform routine tasks under supervision in predictable and structured environments with limited judgement requirements. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The AHC20919 Certificate II in Sports Turf Management provides skills for entry-level workers in green-keeping. The sports turf industry expects this qualification for roles such as Groundsperson or Assistant Green Keeper. Suitable for an Australian Traineeship, it involves routine tasks under supervision with limited judgement. It also serves as a pre-apprenticeship or school-based programme for introducing sports turf management. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The UET20321 Certificate II in ESI - Powerline Vegetation Control provides the skills and knowledge to work in the electricity supply or vegetation control industries as a Powerline Vegetation Control Worker. It covers vegetation control near live electrical apparatus and includes compliance with relevant legislation, industry guidelines, and codes of practice for safe work. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The Master of Agricultural Science offers comprehensive training in agricultural methodologies and practices. This course focuses on modern agricultural techniques, sustainable farming, crop and livestock management, and environmental impacts. It is designed to equip students with practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary for addressing contemporary agricultural challenges. Ideal for those seeking a career in agriculture, agribusiness, or related fields, the course combines scientific understanding with practical application, preparing graduates for roles in managing and improving agricultural systems. .

The Bachelor of Science (Plant Science) explores the study of plants in various ecosystems, from their genetic makeup to their role in ecology. Students will learn how plants acquire water and nutrients, and use sunlight for photosynthesis. This course also investigates how plants adapt to specific environments, and the factors that affect plant diversity and distribution. This knowledge is crucial for understanding the influence of human activities, including climate change, on plant communities and for future sustainable management..

Do you work with agricultural chemicals and need the skills to handle, transport, and store them safely? How about the AHCSS00074 Agricultural Chemical Skill Set? It’s a group of nationally recognised short courses that cover the essential aspects of agricultural chemical usage and safety. Competencies include: identifying pests and weeds then determining chemical requirements, identifying different chemicals and assessing their hazards, preparing chemical mixes in accordance with label instructions, safely applying chemicals using a range of application equipment, transporting and storing chemicals according to their Safety Data Sheets SDSs. Enquire now for the list of agricultural career competencies and upcoming enrolment dates. PLEASE NOTE: this skillset is completed as a standalone course and articulates to a full qualification in either horticulture or agriculture..

Learn how to run your own landscaping business with the 22331VIC Certificate IV in Landscape Design. This nationally recognised qualification delivers the hands-on skills you need to design and construct commercial landscaping projects. The course covers: preparing landscape drawings, drawing and landscape design with CAD, costing out projects, recommending plants, sampling soils, landscaping construction techniques, team leadership, design theory, and business marketing skills. Enquire now for the full list of study units, graduation competencies, and enrolment centres near you..

Become a qualified landscape designer with the AHC50621 Diploma of Landscape Design. This nationally recognised diploma will teach you how to prepare a landscape design and produce drawings using CAD software. The course also covers: sustainable landscape design, selecting trees and plants, designing constructed features, preparing estimates and quotes, negotiating contracts and more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, landscape design career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment opportunities in your area..

Get the skills you need to work with crops, livestock, and farm machinery with the AHC32822 Certificate III in Rural Operations. Graduates of this nationally recognised training course will be qualified for work as a senior farmhand. Over 12 months of classroom and on-the-job training you will learn how to identify, mark and muster livestock; implement animal health programs; work with pesticides and chemicals; construct and maintain fences; safely operate quad bikes, tractors, and other farm machinery.Enquire now for a list of training centres and for information about completing this course as an international student..

The AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture is the qualification you need to get started in a nursery, work as a garden labourer or horticultural assistant. Over 6 months (at an advanced training facility) you will definitely get your hands dirty — as you learn to recognise plants, treat weeds, test plants and soil for diseases, and grow trees and shrubs. Enquire now for a course schedule, intakes dates, and enrolment options..

Grab a Certificate II in Rural Operations (AHC21216) if you’d like to work in the agricultural and farming sector. Choose your own study area (rural operations, horticulture, or animal studies) and graduate with the practical skills to work safely at a farming worksite and carry out a range of manual tasks — as well as operate farm machinery and tools. Graduate job-ready with a qualification that’s recognised all over Australia. Enquire now for a course brochure and information about how to complete your training at school..

The nationally recognised AHC21624 Certificate II in Landscaping will help you get a job with a landscape gardening organisation. You’ll be introduced to the safety aspects of the outdoor workplace and learn how to carry out landscape construction work and general gardening tasks. The course covers: constructing retaining walls, installing aggregate paths, laying pavers, planting trees and shrubs, operating outdoor machinery and equipment. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, landscaping career competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..