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Certificate II in Horticulture

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Great news, this course is included in Fee-Free TAFE.

To be eligible for a Fee-Free place you must be:

a resident of Tasmania or working in Tasmania
an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible VISA holder, and
of working age

Please see the Eligibility criteria below to check if you're eligible.

Fee-Free TAFE and vocational education is a joint initiative of the Australian and Tasmania Governments providing tuition-free training places to students wanting to train, retrain or upskill.

AHC20416

Certificate II in Horticulture

Course overview

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Locations

North
Alanvale

North West
Burnie

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Full-time
Part-time

Study type

Apprentices/Trainees
Mixed Learning
Workplace

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 1,270.00
Concession* $ 390.00
Commercial $ 7,550.00
Fee-Free TAFE NO FEE
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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.

If you enjoy growing and caring for plants, begin your career in the great outdoors with this entry-level course in Horticulture.

If you are interested in working outdoors and are passionate about Horticulture, this certificate II–level course is a good starting point for beginning your career in the Horticulture industry – which includes turf management, fruit and vegetable growing, landscaping, retail and wholesale plant supply, and garden design.

In this course you will have the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge you need to recognise plants, treat weeds, plant pests, diseases and disorders, and learn how to assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing.

You’ll also have the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and get involved in propagation activities, planting and pruning small trees and shrubs and renovating grassed areas.

Throughout the course, you will also learn how to apply chemicals under supervision, operate basic machinery and equipment and provide first aid.

On successful completion of this course, you will have the skills and knowledge you need to undertake work within the Horticulture industry, or undertake further study at TasTAFE with AHC30716 – Certificate III in Horticulture.

This course is also available as an Australian Apprenticeship.

This course is offered as an on-campus program and is also available to new and existing workers within the horticulture industry. If completing as an apprentice/trainee or workplace based student, your training will consist of a combination of on-the-job training, off-the-job workshops and self-paced study.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type
North
Alanvale	16 Jan 2023 - 23 Dec 2024	Full-time Enrol at any time provided you have employment at a suitable industry-specific workplace. You will have workplace-based visits and scheduled campus-based training	Workplace	Apply now
South
Clarence	16 Jan 2023 - 23 Dec 2024	Part-time Enrol at any time provided you have employment at a suitable industry-specific workplace. You will have workplace-based visits and scheduled campus-based training.	Workplace	Apply now
North West
Burnie	16 Jan 2023 - 23 Dec 2024	Full-time Enrol at any time provided you have employment at a suitable industry-specific workplace. You will have workplace-based visits and scheduled campus-based training.	Workplace	Apply now

Fee-Free TAFE eligibility

Fee-free TAFE is a joint initiative of the Australian and Tasmanian Governments, providing tuition-free* training places to students wanting to train, retrain or upskill.

To be eligible for Fee-free TAFE, people must at the time of enrolment:

a resident of Tasmania or working in Tasmania
an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident or an eligible VISA holder, and
of working age.

Applicants must also meet any specific entry requirements for individual courses.

First Nations Australians, young people (17-24), people out of work or receiving income support, unpaid carers, women facing economic insecurity, women undertaking study in non-traditional fields and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.

Note: People studying within the education system (up to Year 12), or undertaking a traineeship or apprenticeship are not eligible.

*Your tuition fees are covered; however you may need to cover costs such as textbooks, 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.

Any additional fees will be identified in course specific information.

The number of Fee-Free places on offer at TasTAFE are determined by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments.

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.

Desirable skills & attributes 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.

For this course, you will need:

Broad brimmed sun hat
Secateurs (discuss with teacher)
Gardening gloves
Safety boots
Suitable work clothes
Hearing protection
Eye protection

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a AHC20416 - Certificate II 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
AHCPCM201	Recognise plants
AHCPMG201	Treat weeds
AHCPMG202	Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCSOL202	Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
AHCWHS201	Participate in work health and safety processes

Elective units
AHCCHM201	Apply chemicals under supervision
AHCCHM304	Transport and store chemicals
AHCCHM307	Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases
AHCINF203	Maintain properties and structures
AHCIRG215	Assist with low volume irrigation operations
AHCIRG217	Assist with pressurised irrigation operations
AHCLSC201	Assist with landscape construction work
AHCLSC202	Construct low-profile timber or modular retaining walls
AHCLSC203	Install aggregate paths
AHCLSC204	Lay paving
AHCMOM202	Operate tractors
AHCMOM203	Operate basic machinery and equipment
AHCMOM204	Undertake operational maintenance of machinery
AHCMOM213	Operate and maintain chainsaws
AHCNSY201	Pot up plants
AHCNSY202	Care for nursery plants
AHCNSY203	Undertake propagation activities
AHCPCM202	Collect, prepare and preserve plant specimens
AHCPGD201	Plant trees and shrubs
AHCPGD202	Prepare and maintain plant displays
AHCPGD203	Prune shrubs and small trees
AHCTRF203	Renovate grassed areas
AHCTRF204	Support turf establishment
AHCWRK204	Work effectively in the industry
AHCWRK208	Provide information on products and services
FWPFGM2207	Undertake brushcutting operations
FWPHAR2206	Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
MEM18001C	Use hand tools
MEM18002B	Use power tools/hand held operations
TLID1001	Shift materials safely using manual handling methods

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Career opportunities

Garden Maintenance
Groundsperson
Horticulture Assistant
Landscape Assistant
Plant Nursery Assistant

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Career opportunities

Garden Maintenance
Groundsperson
Horticulture Assistant
Landscape Assistant
Plant Nursery Assistant

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