| Duration | Please refer to Course Structure below. |
| Study mode | Mixed Mode |
| Total units | 16 |
Overview
This apprenticeship qualification is designed to provide skills needed to work as a gardener or horticulturist in the parks and garden industry. CQUniversity provides apprentices with the abilities required to productively work in this industry.
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for trade level roles in the parks and gardens industry including gardener, greenkeeper and groundsperson.
Individuals with this qualification perform tasks under broad supervision involving a broad range of skills that are applied in a wide variety of contexts, which will involve discretion and judgement in selecting and operating equipment, coordinating resources and applying contingency measures during work.
Work must comply with work health and safety and environmental regulations and legislation that apply to the workplace.
This is a nationally recognised accredited course.
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Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
Career Opportunities
Trade level roles in the parks and gardens industry including gardener, greenkeeper and grounds person.
Structure & Availability
APPRENTICESHIP COURSE STRUCTURE
Duration:This course is for apprentices only and is typically delivered over a three (3) year period.
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes |
| AHCPGD309 | Perform specialist amenity pruning |
| AHCPGD310 | Implement a landscape maintenance program |
| AHCSOL304 | IMPLEMENT SOIL IMPROVEMENTS FOR GARDEN AND TURF AREAS |
| AHCTRF309 | IMPLEMENT A GRASSED AREA MAINTENANCE PROGRAM |
| AHCPMG301 | Control weeds |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCIRG346 | Operate pressurised irrigation systems |
| AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment |
| AHCPCM306 | PROVIDE INFORMATION ON PLANTS AND THEIR CULTURE |
| AHCPGD307 | Implement a plant establishment program |
Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| AHCWRK305 | Coordinate work site activities |
| AHCWRK309 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
| AHCPCM303 | Identify plant specimens |
| AHCCHM307 | Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases |
| AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals |
| AHCECR311 | Implement ecosystem reconstruction works |
Other Elective Choices (Specified)
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| AHCTRF310 | MONITOR TURF HEALTH |
| AHCTRF308 | ESTABLISH TURF |
| AHCIRG347 | MAINTAIN PRESSURISED IRRIGATION SYSTEMS |
| AHCIRG338 | Troubleshoot irrigation systems |
| AHCARB314 | Implement a tree maintenance program |
| AHCPGD311 | Conduct operational inspection of park facilities |
| AHCPGD308 | Plan and maintain plant displays |
| AHCPCM307 | Report on health and condition of trees |
| AHCPCM305 | Implement a plant nutrition program |
| AHCIRG345 | INSTALL PRESSURISED IRRIGATION SYSTEMS |
| AHCECR301 | Maintain native ecosystem areas |
Other Elective Choices (Unspecified)
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
|---|---|
| AHCNSY308 | Maintain nursery plants |
Apprentices can be accepted throughout the year. Training dates are structured upon intake. On-campus training is conducted on the CQUniversity’s Rockhampton City, Mackay, Bundaberg, Gladstone and Emerald Campuses.
This course has no residential schools.
Requirements
This course is for Apprentices. Students must be employed as apprentice municipal gardeners. Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or high level course.
Fees & Scholarships
Fee for Service/ Full Fee
Fee for Service/Full Fee occurs when the full tuition fee is charged to students. This may occur when the course is not included in government subsidy program/s or the student is not eligible for a government subsidy. These students are obligated to cover the entire cost. Learn more about Paying for TAFE.
Co-Contribution and Co-Contribution Concessional Fee
Some government subsidies, such as Certificate 3 Guarantee, will require the individual to contribute to the cost of their training through a co-contribution fee. Government subsidies are subject to eligibility.
The fee will vary based on the course chosen and the eligibility of the student for a concession rate. The co-contribution fee represents the total cost to the student for tuition. There are other costs that the student may have to pay, including but not limited to uniforms and course resources. This will vary depending on the training. If you are required to pay Co-Contribution Fees, you may be eligible for partial or full exemption, you can find more information on Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
Queensland Government subsidies are available for eligible applicants to greatly reduce the cost of apprentice and trainee training.
User Choice funding provides a contribution that reduces the cost of training. Eligible apprentices and trainees will be charged $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply to eligible students based on provided evidence. If you are required to pay Student Contribution Fees, you may be eligible for partial or full exemption, you can find more information on Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.
Free apprenticeships for under 25s will cover the cost of training for employers who commence an eligible new apprentice or trainee, or already have an existing apprentice or trainee aged under 25. Find out more.
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How to apply
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