Certificate III in Parks and Gardens

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National code: AHC31021 Certificate (TAFE) Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Certificate III in Parks and Gardens provides skills in plant recognition and plant nutrition, as well as in areas such as park facility maintenance and machinery.

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Duration

3 year apprenticeship (ability to accelerate) - VET Feb Intake, VET Apr Intake, VET Jul Intake and VET Oct Intake

Intakes

Wantirna (May, July, October) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Part-time (day)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Students learn skills in the Parks and Gardens area, such as plant recognition, plant nutrition, park facility maintenance and machinery skills. The course offers the units of competency which are required to meet job outcomes at this level in the Parks and Gardens area.

Course structure

The course will be delivered in a variety of delivery modes: online, face-to-face and workplace options are used. The course will be delivered in clusters of common skills required for the qualification. Completion of 16 units, made up of (11) core units and (5) elective units, are required to successfully complete this course.

Units of study

Core units

Operate pressurised irrigation systems AHCIRG346)

Operate machinery and equipment AHCMOM304

Provide information on plants and their culture AHCPCM306

Implement a plant establishment program AHCPGD307

Perform specialist amenity pruning AHCPGD309

Implement a landscape maintenance program AHCPGD310

Control weeds AHCPMG301

Control plant pests, diseases and disorders AHCPMG302

Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas AHCSOL304

Implement a grassed area maintenance program AHCTRF309

Contribute to work health and safety processes AHCWHS301

Elective units

Prepare and apply chemicals AHCCHM307

Transport and store chemicals AHCCHM304

Identify plant specimens AHCPCM303

Implement a propagation plan AHCNSY306

Implement a retaining wall project AHCLSC307

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

Parks and Gardens area, such as council, private, own business, municipal/city gardener, or horticulturist.

Pathways from Certificate II to Diploma are available, further information is available from the coordinator on specific pathways.

Aims and objectives

Students learn to identify plants for specific areas, fertiliser requirements of plants, ongoing maintenance procedures within the parks and gardens area, and operation of mowers, tractors and hand-held equipment. Students will obtain the AgVet certificate on successful completion of the pest/weed/chemical cluster of competencies.

Graduate skills

Working in teams, communications, parks and garden technologies, and problem-solving.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate III in Parks and Gardens Estimated course fees for 2023*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$16,420	$5,800	$1,160

Estimated course fees for 2023*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$16,420

$5,800

$1,160

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2023 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria.

The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.

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Full course fee
If you are not granted a government subsidised place, the full course fee will apply. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,085.

Entry requirements

Applicants must be 15 years or over, have appropriate numeracy and literacy skills, and may/may not have secured full-time or part-time employment as a parks and gardens apprentice.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

Find out more

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Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE

Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059