North Metropolitan TAFE

AHC20422

Certificate II in Horticulture

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

This qualification will allow you to work in a gardening, nursery and landscaping setting. You'll gain the basic skills and knowledge required to work in the horticultural industry as well as WHS. All of our classes are small, have extensive resources and are run by highly experienced lecturers. During your studies you will gain on the job skills in a structured work placement.

This course is also available for interested individuals, including people registered as unemployed and/or clients referred by community agencies - no prior experience is required. You may be able to attain a triple qualification, adding the Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management and Certificate II in Landscaping to this Certificate II in Horticulture, talk to staff when you enrol.

North Metro TAFE also offers a program of this qualification for students who have an intellectual or learning disability to help you reach your goals. Our Disability programs give you the opportunity to advance your career or training prospects.

Delivery mode

North Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 35 Kendrew Cres, Joondalup

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $1,191 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
WA
  • WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with North Metropolitan TAFE to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

Enquire with North Metropolitan TAFE to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 6 Months
Estimated fee* $1,191 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate II in Horticulture 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

Garden Labourer

A Garden Labourer assists with the care of gardens, parks and landscaped areas. You might prepare areas for planting, including levelling sites and...

Avg yearly income $49,920
Entry barriers Low

Landscape Labourer

A Landscape Labourer helps with the creation of green spaces such as parks, public areas or private residential gardens. You might prepare a site f...

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

About North Metropolitan TAFE

We are the largest TAFE college in Western Australia, with ten contemporary campuses across Perth’s north metropolitan area.

We offer over 350 courses from Certificate I to Advanced Diplomas, apprenticeships and traineeships, plus short courses and skill sets. Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce, looking to upskill, change careers or returning to work, we have a qualification to take you in the right direction.