Certificate III in Retail Nursery

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National code: AHC31216 Certificate (TAFE) Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Certificate III in Retail Nursery provides the knowledge and skills to operate successfully in the horticulture industry. Students learn theory and complete practical training based around a real nursery environment.

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Duration

3 year apprenticeship (ability to accelerate)

Intakes

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

Study modes

Part-time (day & evening),
Workplace Training

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

Jessica is the winner of the 9th annual Casey Apprenticeship Awards. The award recognised her great work ethic, natural aptitude and also her willingness to develop the knowledge and understanding to improve operations within the nursery.

Jessica

Certificate III in Retail Nursery

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Certificate III in Retail Nursery provides the knowledge and skills required to operate successfully in the horticulture industry. The course offers both theory and practical training based around a real nursery environment. It is designed for those interested in employment as a retail nursery or garden centre sales assistant. This training will expose you to many industry contacts and facilities.

Course structure

Units will be studied in clusters of like competencies. The course requirements can be structured to meet a student's needs - they can be studied one day per week or multiple days, and completion time will be dependent on the structure of the course.

To complete this course, students are required to successfully complete 15 units, comprising nine core units and six elective units. The elective units to be selected may vary depending on training requirements.

Units of study

Core units

Maintain nursery plants (AHCNSY301)

Receive and dispatch nursery products (AHCNSY302)

Install and maintain plant displays (AHCNSY303)

Provide information on plants and their culture (AHCPCM302)

Identify plant specimens (AHCPCM303)

Control plant pests, diseases and disorders (AHCPMG302)

Contribute to work health and safety processes (AHCWHS301)

Engage the customer (SIRXCEG001)

Coordinate visual merchandising activities (SIRRMER003)

Elective units

Troubleshoot irrigation systems (AHCIRG306)

Prepare and apply chemicals (AHCCHM303)

Transport and store chemicals (AHCCHM304)

Control weeds (AHCPMG301)

Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas (AHCSOL303)

Implement a plant nutrition program (AHCPCM301)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and professional recognition.

Career opportunities

Students who successfully complete this qualification may be suited to work in production nurseries, landscape construction, parks and gardens sectors.

Aims and objectives

This course is based upon industry identified Horticulture Training Package competencies. The aim is to provide the student with the knowledge and skills required to operate successfully in the horticultural industry, and the course is aimed to give general vocational outcomes in the retail nursery sector.

Professional recognition

The course is a nationally recognised course and as such has the endorsement of industry.

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

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Certificate III in Retail Nursery Estimated course fees for 2020*
Total Cost (GST Free)	$14,240	$5,170	$1,034

Estimated course fees for 2020*

Course fee options

Full course fee

Skills First Government-subsidised place

Concession rate

Total Cost (GST Free)

$14,240

$5,170

$1,034

Please note: 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 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This course is delivered with state 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. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.

Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.

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.

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

Indicative nominal course hours: 865.

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Entry requirements

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.

How to apply

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059