AHC20422
Certificate II in Horticulture

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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

2026 Tuition fees

Subsidised $ 1,405.00
Concession* $ 410.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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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 AHC30722 – 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.

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.

This course is also available as an Australian Apprenticeship.

Information Sessions

Campus	Date	Location	Times
North
Alanvale	Thursday, 30th Oct 2025	G Block, Room G1.17, 54a Alanvale Road, Newnham	5pm
North West
Burnie	Thursday, 30th Oct 2025	F Block, Meet in foyer, 41 Mooreville Road, Burnie	4:30pm
South
Clarence	Friday, 31st Oct 2025	K Block, Level 2, Room Room K2.04, 4a Bounty Street, Warrane	11am
Online
Online	Thursday, 30th Oct 2025	Online Information Session	10:30am

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Alanvale	2 Jan 2025 - 22 Dec 2026	Part-time Enrol at any time. This course is for people currently employed in suitable industry-specific workplaces. Training and assessment will involve workplace visits and may require scheduled campus-based training.	Workplace	Apply now
Alanvale	3 Feb 2026 - 25 Nov 2026	Full-time This is a campus-based course. 2 days per week: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9.00am - 3.30pm. Offsite Excursions/practicals require own transportation. Own PPE including high-vis vest is required.	Mixed Learning	Apply on Monday 10 November 2025, 12pm
South
Clarence	2 Jan 2025 - 22 Dec 2026	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
Clarence	3 Feb 2026 - 25 Nov 2026	Full-time This is a campus-based course. 2 days per week: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9.00am - 3.30pm. Offsite Excursions/practicals require own transportation. Own PPE including high-vis vest is required.	Mixed Learning	Apply on Monday 10 November 2025, 12pm
North West
Burnie	2 Jan 2025 - 22 Dec 2026	Part-time Enrol at any time. This course is for people currently employed in suitable industry-specific workplaces. Training and assessment will involve workplace visits and may require scheduled campus-based training.	Workplace	Apply now
Burnie	3 Feb 2026 - 25 Nov 2026	Full-time This is a campus-based course. 2 days per week: Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9.00am - 3.30pm. Offsite Excursions/practicals require own transportation. Own PPE including high-vis vest is required.	Mixed Learning	Apply on Monday 10 November 2025, 12pm

Entry

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

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 AHC20422 - 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
AHCMOM203	Operate basic machinery and equipment
AHCPCM204	Recognise plants
AHCPGD207	Plant trees and shrubs
AHCPMG201	Treat weeds
AHCPMG202	Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCSOL203	Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
AHCWHS202	Participate in workplace health and safety processes
AHCWRK211	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Elective units
AHCCHM201	Apply chemicals under supervision
AHCINF207	Maintain properties and structures
AHCIRG219	Assist with low volume irrigation operations
AHCIRG221	Assist with pressurised irrigation operations
AHCLSC206	Assist with landscape construction work
AHCLSC207	Construct low-profile timber or modular retaining walls
AHCLSC208	Install aggregate paths
AHCLSC209	Lay paving
AHCMOM202	Operate tractors
AHCMOM204	Undertake operational maintenance of machinery
AHCMOM213	Operate and maintain chainsaws
AHCNSY205	Pot up plants
AHCNSY206	Care for nursery plants
AHCNSY207	Undertake propagation activities
AHCPCM202	Collect, prepare and preserve plant specimens
AHCPGD208	Prepare and maintain plant displays
AHCPGD209	Prune shrubs and small trees
AHCTRF208	Support turf establishment
AHCWRK210	Observe and report on weather
AHCWRK212	Work effectively in industry
AHCWRK216	Provide information on products and services
FWPCOT2266	Operate brush cutter
FWPHAR2208	Operate a mobile chipper/mulcher
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
TLID0020	Shift materials safely using manual handling methods

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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AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture

Course overview

Locations

Attendance options

Study type

2026 Tuition fees

Information Sessions

Locations, dates & times

Career opportunities

Career opportunities

We’re here to help…

AHC20422
Certificate II in Horticulture