ARO College

AHC50621

Diploma of Landscape Design

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

The Diploma of Landscape Design has 12 units of competency which are delivered over 16 months. There are 6 core subjects in this qualification which are essential for successfully overseeing the landscape design activities from start to finish. Topics such as how to effectively prepare estimates, quotes and tenders; writing reports; and surveying and establishing site levels. Additionally, persons undertaking this course will gain the technical expertise to assess landscapes and design and produce sustainable landscape with drawings using CAD software.

This qualification is designed to give you the specialist skills and knowledge to create and draw commercial plans that show the layout of a garden, playground or community space including grassed areas, garden beds, entertaining areas, retaining walls, water features, and other elements.

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.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $18,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$18,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$18,000
Enquire with ARO College to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 16 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $18,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of Landscape Design 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...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

Landscape Architect

A Landscape Architect designs outdoor spaces such as community parks, large residential gardens and commercial garden areas. You’ll liaise with cli...

Avg yearly income $91,520
Entry barriers Low

About ARO College

As a privately owned Registered Training Organisation, ARO College cares about the success of every Student. We demonstrate this by offering you flexible training options along with Trainers and Support Staff who will support you from your enrolment day to when you attain your nationally-recognised qualifications.

ARO College’s Training Team have decades of industry experience and all of them are accredited Trainers and Assessors. Our Support Staff are very experienced in the vocational training industry and have the vision and capability to ensure your course content and learning-tools will always be relevant and the best available.

ARO has been operating for over 20 years in South Australia, with our head office in the Adelaide Hills region. We have trained thousands of students in landscaping, horticulture, sports turf management, conservation and in park & garden maintenance. ARO College is proud to be an Australian owned, staffed and operated company. We prefer to use Australian suppliers and products in our business dealings whenever practicable.