AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture
At Stirling Institute of Australia you will learn practical skills in areas such as plant identification; propagation, pruning, treatment of weeds, pests and diseases, turf management and much much more.
Successful completion of the course will equip you for employment in positions such as gardener, landscape designer, garden designer, horticulturalist or any one of a number of varied roles within the industry.
Take your horticultural skills to the next level and learn how to create your own outdoor transformations.
We actively tailor training for people from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities and encourage all to apply.
Course Highlights
As part of this Horticulture course, you will take part in the following activities:
Workplace visits to gain insights into different worksites
Ability to apply your skills in our practical training environment
Entry Requirements
To ensure an appropriate learning opportunity, prospective students need to demonstrate a capacity to undertake study at Certificate III level, this can be demonstrated via the following:
Pre-training review to ensure student has the appropriate level of Language Literacy and Numeracy to achieve the competencies. Where a test result is supplied, it must be within the last 12 months.
Basic computer skills.
Additional Requirements
A satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) will be required for all work placements.
+ Eligibility & Funding
This qualification is delivered with the assistance of Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
For eligibility criteria and information please contact us on 1300 790 265.
+ Course Fees
View our current fees & charges here
Note: The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
+ Delivery
This program is designed to be delivered in interactive workshops in the classroom with opportunities to participate in practical field based activities and projects.
The classroom-based workshops deliver the theory and strategies to maximise employment opportunities within the horticultural sector. The practical field-based projects allow for the students to practice and apply their new learnt skills and knowledge.
Estimated duration of 35 tuition weeks allowing sufficient time to develop the necessary skills and knowledge in each unit.
+ Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
All prospective students enrolling in the course are entitled to apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) or credit transfer.
+ Locations
This qualification is available in the following regions:
Victoria
- Wantirna
New South Wales
- Riverina
- Hunter Valley (excluding Newcastle)
Please contact us on 1300 790 265 or email us at info@sia.edu.au for intake dates.
Units of Competency
AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes (Core)
AHCPCM302 Provide information on plants and their culture (Core)
AHCPMG301 Control weeds (Core)
AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases, and disorders (Core)
AHCSOL303 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas (Core)
AHCPCM303 Identify plant specimens (Elective)
AHCSOL301 Prepare growing media (Elective)
AHCPGD302 Plan and maintain plant displays (Elective)
AHCCHM303 Prepare and apply chemicals (Elective)
AHCWRK303 Respond to emergencies (Elective)
AHCIRG306 Troubleshoot irrigation systems (Elective)
AHCIRG332 Operate pressurised irrigation systems (Elective)
AHCPCM301 Implement a plant nutrition program (Elective)
AHCPGD303 Perform specialist amenity pruning (Elective)
AHCPGD301 Implement a plant establishment program (Elective)
AHCPHT312 Implement a crop regulation program (Additional Elective)
AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals (Elective)
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