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Certificate I in Horticulture

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AHC10316

Certificate I in Horticulture

Course overview

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Locations

Statewide
Statewide

Attendance options

Part-time

Study type

Workplace
Mixed Learning
Apprentices/Trainees

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 157.00
Concession* $ 52.33
Commercial $ 1,154.00
Fees & payment guide

Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

This on-the-job course is ideal if you have just commenced employment within the horticulture industry and may be a good starting point for the beginning of your career.

As an entry-level qualification this will enable you to work under supervision to develop the basic skills and knowledge on the job you’ll need for a career in Horticulture. The course is suitable if you have no previous connection or experience in the Horticulture industry or relevant employment history, and is also ideal for VET in Schools students. There may be some on campus learning associated with this course.

The horticultural sector includes everything from plant care to landscape management, and is currently experiencing strong growth, with more than 50,000 job openings expected in nurseries and gardens across Australia over the next five years.

In this course, you will learn to work safely, follow basic chemical safety rules and assist with routine operation and maintenance of basic machinery and equipment, as well as help maintain your workplace, and support basic nursery or gardening work.

On successful completion of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge you need to undertake preliminary work within the Horticulture industry, or undertake further study at TasTAFE with AHC20416 – Certificate II in Horticulture.

Note – to undertake this entry-level course, you must be a workplace trainee/school-based trainee, or have access to a workplace.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type
South
Clarence	15 Feb 2022 - 15 Dec 2022	Part-time Enrol at any time provided you have employment at a suitable industry-specific workplace. You will have workplace-based visits and may have scheduled campus-based training.	Apprentices/Trainees	Enquire now

Entry Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a AHC10316 - Certificate I in Horticulture.

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
AHCWHS101	Work safely

Elective units
AHCCHM101	Follow basic chemical safety rules
AHCLSC101	Support landscape work
AHCMOM203	Operate basic machinery and equipment
AHCNSY102	Support nursery work
AHCPGD101	Support gardening work
AHCTRF102	Support turf work
AHCWRK101	Maintain the workplace

Career opportunities

Garden Maintenance
Groundsperson
Horticulture Assistant
Plant Nursery Assistant

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Career opportunities

Garden Maintenance
Groundsperson
Horticulture Assistant
Plant Nursery Assistant

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