Brisbane College of Horticulture
Certificate IV in Horticulture
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The qualification AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture allows you to develop post-trade skills and knowledge across a broad coverage of the industry prior to undertaking higher roles in the industry.
You learn how to control small horticultural projects, improve soils, manage equipment and machinery, implement pest management and chemical use strategies, manage water systems and horticultural production, recruit and induct staff and maintain work health and safety.
Your studies include subjects from the Diploma of Horticulture which can provide entrée to supervisory positions in the Horticulture industries such as nurseries, country clubs and resorts, council services, and visitor attractions such as theme parks
Delivery mode
Brisbane College of Horticulture offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Suite 4 Level 2/43 Gordon St Coffs Harbour
- Level 3 97 Creek Street, Brisbane
- 30 Minnie Street, Cairns City
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent qualification / certificate
Also, candidates will need to be able to calculate ratios, dilution rates, volumes and area as several units require the completion of written reports and workplace plans. A good knowledge of plants and their culture is beneficial.
Successfully completed Year 12 or equivalent qualification / certificate
Received / gained at least a 55% pass mark in the English Subject / or be able to demonstrate English language proficiency by taking IELTS exam (minimum score 5.0) or by demonstrating the reading and writing skills to the Brisbane College of Horticulture (BCH).
Also, candidates will need to be able to calculate ratios, dilution rates, volumes and area as several units require the completion of written reports and workplace plans. A good knowledge of plants and their culture is beneficial.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$8,000
$12,000
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...
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...
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 Brisbane College of Horticulture
Brisbane College of Horticulture (BCH) is a registered training organisation (RTO) that offers nationally accredited courses in accordance with Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015. The college provides a challenging yet enjoyable learning environment for domestic and international students. BCH combines cultural diversity and business expertise in the delivery of all its programmes. As an organisation we pride ourselves on continuously improving the quality of our products and its delivery to learners since our inception in 2009.
We have a mandate for servicing the wider Horticulture industry along the east coast of Australia which led to ultra modern campuses opening in Cairns (Far North Queensland) in 2016 and Coffs Harbour (New South Wales) in 2022; both locations being long standing hubs of Production Horticulture in Australia.
The college is continuing to invest heavily in community and industry engagement which paves pathways for both our students during and after their training with us and employers that benefit from having a robust and skilled workforce assisting in their operations.
