ARO College
Certificate IV in Horticulture
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Not currently employed?
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The Certificate IV in Horticulture has 12 units of competency which are delivered over 14 months. There are 4 core subjects in this qualification which are essential for supervising the general horticulture activities of a Production Horticulture, Parks and Gardens, Landscaping, Horticulture, Retail Nursery enterprise or government organisation such as a local council. Topics such as implementing workplace policy and procedures for environment and sustainability and maintaining WHS as well as developing a soil health and plant nutrition and establishment program are provided. Additionally, persons undertaking this course will gain the technical expertise to plan and implement sports turf renovation, supervise irrigation system installation and cost a project.
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 IV in Horticulture will prepare you for the following roles.
Irrigation Technician
An Irrigation Technician works on a range of irrigation systems for residential gardens, community parks and landscaped areas. You might install ir...
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...
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...
Gardener
A Gardener establishes and maintains green spaces such as private gardens, community parks or landscaped public spaces. You might prepare an area f...
Irrigation Specialist
An Irrigation Specialist customises irrigation systems for public parks and gardens or private residences. You might liaise with clients and design...
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.
