Course Overview
Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, we have adapted our course delivery to encompass a combination of remote and flexible delivery methods. Our flexible model allows you to continue to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with continued access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports. You will require access to the internet and a computer to undertake this course. Please contact our team for further information.
This course will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills on which to build a successful career in the horticulture, landscape or parks and gardens sector. Training focuses on practical skills required including: landscape construction methods, plant selection, soils and nutrition, as well as safety with chemicals.
This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in amenity horticulture. It is designed for those wanting to work in the Horticulture industry (school leavers and mature-age career-changes) and those working in industry who want a qualification.
At Kangan Institute we provide students with the opportunity to experience a simulated work place in our own horticulture learning facility. Our teachers have a broad range of industry skills and knowledge that they bring to the classroom environment ensuring that students have relevant and current understanding of industry practices.
Our course delivery features a combination of on-campus and remote (online) learning. This flexibility allows our students to continue to study in a safe, guided and supported manner.
If you are enrolling in this course as part of a traineeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
Free TAFE and JobTrainer
You may be entitled to free tuition fees for this course if you meet the eligibility criteria for the State Government's FREE TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. If you're aged 17-24 or looking for work, you may be eligible for 80% discount on the course tuition fee through JobTrainer. It's important to know you may incur fees that you will need to cover yourself, such as student service fees or materials fees. Skills First (eligible) students are usually entitled to one Free TAFE fee waiver, however under JobTrainer you may be eligible for a second Free TAFE course. You may also be able to get an exemption if you don't meet the upskilling requirement. To find out more, call 13 TAFE (13 8233).
Click here for course modules
Core
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| AHCPCM302 | Provide information on plants and their culture (AHCPCM302) | 70 |
| AHCPMG301 | Control weeds (AHCPMG301) | 70 |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders (AHCPMG302) | 80 |
| AHCSOL303 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas (AHCSOL303) | 60 |
| AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes (AHCWHS301) | 50 |
Elective
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| AHCNSY302 | Receive and dispatch nursery products (AHCNSY302) | 40 |
| AHCPGD401 | Design plant displays (AHCPGD401) | 90 |
| AHCNSY301 | Maintain nursery plants (AHCNSY301) | 40 |
| AHCWRK306 | Comply with industry quality assurance requirements (AHCWRK306) | 40 |
| AHCSOL301 | Prepare growing media (AHCSOL301) | 40 |
| AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals (AHCCHM304) | 50 |
| AHCCHM307 | Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases (AHCCHM307) | 70 |
| AHCIRG217 | Assist with pressurised irrigation operations (AHCIRG217) | 40 |
| AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment (AHCMOM304) | 40 |
| AHCNSY306 | Implement a propagation plan (AHCNSY306) | 90 |
| AHCPCM301 | Implement a plant nutrition program (AHCPCM301) | 60 |
| AHCPCM304 | Report on health and condition of trees (AHCPCM304) | 80 |
| AHCPGD301 | Implement a plant establishment program (AHCPGD301) | 80 |
| AHCPGD303 | Perform specialist amenity pruning (AHCPGD303) | 65 |
| AHCTRF302 | Establish turf (AHCTRF302) | 60 |
| AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices (AHCWRK309) | 50 |
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed throughout the course, assessments may include written, oral or practical assessments. These assessments are designed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required in order to achieve this qualification. Your teacher will provide you information on how you will be assessed for each unit.
We use a online Learning Platform to communicate to students, distribute learning materials and assessment. Your assessments will be required to be submitted using our Online Platform also. Hence why we highly recommend for all students undertaking the course that they have a suitable and stable internet connection, have access to a portable device ie laptop to be able to access classes, class and learning materials and upload assessments
There is the opportunity for re-assessment and appeal, which you can discuss with your teacher.
What will I study?
To achieve the Certificate III in Horticulture you much demonstrate competency in 16 units of competency:
- 5 core units
- 11 elective units
You will learn about:
- Pruning
- Propagation
- Weed and Pest Management
- Plant identification
- Soil nutrition
- Machinery maintenance
- Irrigation and draining installation
Some or all of this training is provided with State or Federal Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
To you check your eligibility click here.
Free TAFE and JobTrainer courses only: Students eligible for Free TAFE receive the tuition rate free. Students eligible for JobTrainer pay 20% of the tuition. Materials, consumables and student services fees are payable by all students and do not receive a JobTrainer discount, however concession rates for student services fees are available for concession card holders, apprentices, trainees and 100% off campus delivery courses. Please note that these tuition rates only apply to courses offered under the Free TAFE or JobTrainer schemes.
The fees listed below relate to 2022 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.
Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
Table 1
Enrolment type
Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#
Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#
Non-Apprentice
$605.00
$121.00
$0.00
Apprentice/Trainee
$786.60
$103.00
$11850.75
Table 2
Average course
material fees*
$135.00
Average course
consumable fees*
$71.00
# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.
Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply such as the Student Support Fee.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee and non-tuition fees (table 1) and any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2).
Exemptions
The following fee categories are exempt from the SSF -
ASH: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Concession
ASZ: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Non-concession
X: Community-based Orders/Judy Lazarus Transition Centre
OZ: International Student
M: Prisoner
YTC: Young People Transitioning From Care – Concession
YTN: Young People Transitioning From Care - No Concession
Short courses
student contact hours
|
Total hours^
|
Indicative hours*
|
Government Subsidised $/SCH
|
Indigenous Concession $/SCH
|
Full fee $/SCH
|
|
1035
|
1035
|
$0.58
|
$0.12
|
$0.00
|
^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.
*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2022. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.
For more information about our fees structure, click here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For further information refer to our "Fees" Tab within this section. If you would like to to discuss any government subsidies you may be eligible for, call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
Can I apply?
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, it is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. An interview with teaching staff will commence as part of the enrolment process.
Applications from mature-aged students with work experience in a related field are encouraged.
We use a online Learning Platform to communicate to students, distribute learning materials and assessment. Your assessments will be required to be submitted using our online platform, hence we highly recommend that all students undertaking the course have a suitable internet connection, have access to a portable device ie laptop to be able to access classes, class and learning materials and upload assessments.
If you are enrolling in this course as part of a traineeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
Where and how can I study?
This course is offered at the Broadmeadows campus.
- 4 days a weeks - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 9am-4pm
Our course delivery features a combination of on-campus and remote (online) learning. This flexibility allows our students to continue to study in a safe, guided and supported manner.
As all of our course delivery features a combination of on-campus and remote (online) learning and we use a online Learning Platform we highly recommend that students undertaking the course have a suitable internet connection and access to a portable device ie laptop to be able to access classes, class and learning materials and upload assessments.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course may lead to employment as a:
- Parks and gardens officer
- Market garden worker
- Orchard farm worker
- Mushroom farm worker
- Plantation worker
- General purpose gardener
If you are enrolling in this course as part of a traineeship, you must have employment in the relevant industry before commencing the course.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of this course students will obtain a Nationally accredited qualification in Certificate III in Horticulture (AHC30716).
As part of this course students will develop introductory skills in a range of horticulture related areas. These include plant recognition, plant pest and weed treatments, basic soil properties, propagation, planting and pruning.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
The Certificate III in Horticulture leads to vocational and further study pathways:
If you want to continue your studies after you graduate, you can go on to complete the Diploma of Horticulture (AHC50416) other studies areas you might be interested in our AHC40920 Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
How do I apply?
To apply for this course you must complete an online application by clicking the 'apply here' tab above or for further information call our Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants will be interviewed by our teachers to assess their suitability for the course.