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The AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture offers a hands-on learning experience for aspiring horticulturists, covering a diverse range of topics such as plant care, landscaping, and sustainable gardening practices. This nationally recognized certificate program equips students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed in the flourishing field of horticulture..

If you love gardening and the outdoors the AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction qualifies you for work as a landscaper. This nationally recognised certificate is geared toward constructions skills but you’ll also learn how to recognise plants and create plant, tree, and turf gardens. The course covers: drainage systems, paving, brick and block structures, stone features, concreting, retaining walls, roof gardens, irrigation systems, water features, outdoor tiling, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, landscape construction competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The AHC50422 Diploma of Horticulture Management is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge required to work in the field of horticulture. This diploma focuses on strategic management, sustainable practices, and advanced horticultural techniques, preparing students for leadership roles in the evolving horticulture industry..

The AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture helps you build a solid knowledge of plant establishment, soil health, and revegetation. At the same time gaining higher end skills to help you cost out projects, work within a budget, and minimise the use of chemicals. Perfect for anyone wanting their own landscaping or gardening business. Enquire now for the full list of units and enrolment instructions..

The AHC51024 Diploma of Sports Turf Management is for qualified greenkeepers (including golf course superintendents and sports turf managers) needing leadership and management skills. Over 12-18 months of study you will learn how to develop a chemical use strategy, recruit and manage staff, produce written budgets and financial reports — as well as gain advanced skills in plant and soil management, drainage, irrigation, landscaping, and turf renovation. Enquire now for upcoming training dates and elective choices..

The AHC30624 Certificate III in Production Horticulture can be used as a professional qualification for work at nurseries and orchards — but is also great for home enthusiasts wanting to grow their own fruit and vegetables. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that incorporates classroom and field work as well as online modules. The course covers: soil sampling and improvement, plant nutrition, crop planting and regulation, harvest, weed control, organics and composting. Enquire now for the next available enrolment dates and your nearest training centre..

The nationally recognised AHC21624 Certificate II in Landscaping will help you get a job with a landscape gardening organisation. You’ll be introduced to the safety aspects of the outdoor workplace and learn how to carry out landscape construction work and general gardening tasks. The course covers: constructing retaining walls, installing aggregate paths, laying pavers, planting trees and shrubs, operating outdoor machinery and equipment. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, landscaping career competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture is the qualification you need to get started in a nursery, work as a garden labourer or horticultural assistant. Over 6 months (at an advanced training facility) you will definitely get your hands dirty — as you learn to recognise plants, treat weeds, test plants and soil for diseases, and grow trees and shrubs. Enquire now for a course schedule, intakes dates, and enrolment options..

Become a qualified landscape designer with the AHC50621 Diploma of Landscape Design. This nationally recognised diploma will teach you how to prepare a landscape design and produce drawings using CAD software. The course also covers: sustainable landscape design, selecting trees and plants, designing constructed features, preparing estimates and quotes, negotiating contracts and more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, landscape design career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment opportunities in your area..

If you need foundational knowledge of conservation and traditional land management practices try the AHC21024 Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to recognise Australian fauna, flora, pests, weeds, landforms and soil types. You’ll also be treating weeds, collecting native seeds, assisting with planned burning, maintaining native habit refuges, and collecting data and samples. Enquire now for the full list of study units, entry requirements, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The AHC31124 Certificate III in Nursery Operations (Retail Nursery) is a nationally recognised qualification that teaches you how to grow and maintain plants, as well as sell nursery products and services to customer. You’ll learn the basics of plant health and nutrition, as well as on-the-job safety and retail skills. Competencies include: identifying plant specimens, engaging with nursery customers, recommending plants and services, creating visual merchandise displays, using and storing chemicals safely, controlling plant pests and diseases, preparing soil and growing media. Enquire now for the latest enrolment dates and your eligibility for subsidised training..

Do you work with agricultural chemicals and need the skills to handle, transport, and store them safely? How about the AHCSS00074 Agricultural Chemical Skill Set? It’s a group of nationally recognised short courses that cover the essential aspects of agricultural chemical usage and safety. Competencies include: identifying pests and weeds then determining chemical requirements, identifying different chemicals and assessing their hazards, preparing chemical mixes in accordance with label instructions, safely applying chemicals using a range of application equipment, transporting and storing chemicals according to their Safety Data Sheets SDSs. Enquire now for the list of agricultural career competencies and upcoming enrolment dates. PLEASE NOTE: this skillset is completed as a standalone course and articulates to a full qualification in either horticulture or agriculture..

The AHC20919 Certificate II in Sports Turf Management provides skills for entry-level workers in green-keeping. The sports turf industry expects this qualification for roles such as Groundsperson or Assistant Green Keeper. Suitable for an Australian Traineeship, it involves routine tasks under supervision with limited judgement. It also serves as a pre-apprenticeship or school-based programme for introducing sports turf management. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The AHC42021 Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management equips students with the skills to supervise complex landscape projects. It covers costing, budgeting, plant establishment, and site maintenance, with a focus on sustainability and safety. This qualification prepares individuals for supervisory or managerial roles in the landscape industry, such as leading hand, foreperson, site supervisor, or construction manager. Graduates will be able to oversee landscape systems, solve technical problems, and supervise staff, ensuring efficient and effective project delivery. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The AHC52021 Diploma of Landscape Construction Management equips individuals with the specialist skills and knowledge to manage complex landscape projects. It covers contract negotiation, budgeting, estimation, and tender preparation. Participants will gain technical expertise in site surveying, ensuring projects are completed accurately and sustainably. This qualification prepares individuals for managerial roles in the landscape industry, enabling them to take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in advanced skilled activities, ensuring successful project outcomes. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

A Certificate III in Sports Turf Management is a great way to get started in a career managing grassed playing surfaces. Whether you plan to work for a sports facility, government department or other organisation, this course will give you the skills you need to keep turf surfaces in peak condition. You’ll learn to establish a playing surface and maintain turfed facilities. The course covers plant nutrition, weed control, plant pests and disorders and irrigation systems. The Certificate III in Sports Turf Management covers a range of core and elective subjects to prepare you for work in this industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including preparing and applying chemicals, troubleshooting irrigation systems and taking soil samples. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates. .

The AHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management (Ecological Restoration) equips students with practical and theoretical skills to manage rural and natural landscapes, including degraded sites and marine environments. Students engage in activities such as site restoration, erosion control, and wildlife preservation, while also contributing to the conservation of indigenous culture and heritage. This qualification is ideal for those with limited experience in horticulture, conservation, or ecological sustainability, seeking employment or upskilling in the ecosystem and native vegetation sector. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..