Technical Institute of Victoria
Diploma of Production Horticulture
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for specialist or managerial job roles in the production horticulture industry including owner, farm manager, head grower, crop manager, section manager, dispatch manager, sales manager, marketing manager and specialist consultants.
Individuals with this qualification will take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They must analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities.
Delivery mode
Technical Institute of Victoria offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 34 - 38 Steel Street North Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Have completed a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma level Training Package Qualification in Australia; or,
- Have completed any Certificate III or Certificate IV in ESL or EAL from the ESL/EAL Framework (VIC)
- Have completed the ELICOS Course: General English – Intermediate Level
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Production Horticulture will prepare you for the following roles.
Farm Manager
A Farm Manager oversees the general running of a farm to make sure everything is operating effectively and profitably. The Farm Manager will not on...
Dairy Farm Manager
A Dairy Farm Manager is responsible for the daily running of farms producing milk and dairy products. You’ll be in charge of breeding and raising d...
Agribusiness Manager
An Agribusiness Manager looks after the business operations of a farm or agricultural company. Your role will be varied but could involve things li...
Agricultural Manager
An Agricultural Manager coordinates the everyday operations at a farm, nursery or other agricultural production. You’ll be involved in planning the...
Irrigation Technician
An Irrigation Technician works on a range of irrigation systems for residential gardens, community parks and landscaped areas. You might install ir...
Irrigation Specialist
An Irrigation Specialist customises irrigation systems for public parks and gardens or private residences. You might liaise with clients and design...
About Technical Institute of Victoria
Technical Institute of Victoria (TIV) quality business model is grounded on a management system designed to coordinate efforts to demonstrate that our operations comply with good corporate governance.
Our documented systems are essential for our success as they focus staff on the key elements of successful performance and compliance as required by the Standards for Registered Training Organisations, National Code 2018 and assist in the planning and implementation of our Strategic and Business Plans.
The international environment at TIV promotes awareness and understanding of national and cultural differences and encourages students to work together in a team to improve inter-personal skills.
