ARO College
Certificate III in Landscape Construction
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The Certificate III in Landscape Construction has 17 units of competency which are delivered over 20 months. There are 10 core subjects in this qualification which are essential for successfully implementing and maintaining landscaping projects from start to finish. Topics such as how to construct stone, brick and block structures and features, paving, retaining walls, installing draining systems, soils and plant identification and establishment are provided. Additionally, persons undertaking this course will gain the technical expertise to operate machinery and equipment and apply environmentally sustainable work practices.
Landscapers draw on a range of expertise in horticulture, plant care and construction materials to construct and maintain the green spaces in private and community spaces. This course outlines the special considerations that need to be made for the environment and site conditions to maintain gardens and community spaces, so they are safe, comfortable and sustainable.
Delivery mode
ARO College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Landscape Construction will prepare you for the following roles.
Landscaper
A Landscaper develops outdoor areas with plants and trees as well as non-living features such as paths and structures. You might create a design fo...
Garden Designer
A Garden Designer plans and creates gardens for community areas or private residences. You might liaise with clients to develop ideas and come up w...
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...
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...
Arborist Trainee
An Arborist Trainee assists with cutting and pruning trees in a range of settings. You’ll work alongside qualified arborists to fell trees that are...
Climbing Arborist
A Climbing Arborist uses harness and rigging systems to cut, trim and fell trees and branches. You’ll assess the structure and health of a tree and...
Arborist
An Arborist cuts and trims the branches of trees or shrubs to remove unsafe or decaying limbs. You may also completely fell trees when required. Ar...
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...
Irrigation Assistant
Irrigation Assistants install and maintain irrigation systems in a range of settings. You might specialise in agricultural irrigation or work on sy...
About ARO College
Grow your potential with ARO College. We specialise in delivering work based traineeships for the Horticulture, Landscape Construction & Design, Sports Turf, Production Horticulture and Nursery Operations industries. Our unique approach features 1:1 training and assessment sessions on-site every 4-6 weeks.
ARO College is the place to find a rewarding outdoor career in specialties like sports turf management, landscape construction and design, conservation and ecosystem management, and horticulture courses.
What sets us apart is our commitment to providing students with practical hands on skills through workplace training, ensuring our students obtain not just the knowledge but the practical skills they require.
