Certificate III in Horticulture
Learners gain experience in plant selection, irrigation systems, pest and weed control, pruning, safe machinery use and environmentally sustainable work practices relevant to horticulture settings.
Is this course right for you?
This course is suited to people who enjoy outdoor, physical work and have an interest in plants, gardens and green spaces. It is ideal for those seeking entry-level employment or wanting to build practical skills to work in parks, gardens, nurseries or landscaping support roles.
Course Length
Flexible duration, typically completed within 6–12 months.
Course Delivery
Online learning supported by trainer catch-ups via Teams, with practical tasks completed in a workplace or simulated environment and supported through workplace visits where required.
Course Units
Packaging rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
17 units of competency:
11 core units plus
6 elective units.
Course Funding Options
Career Start funding (eligible learners)
Fee-for-Service
Career Opportunities
Possible job titles include:
- Horticulture Worker
- Parks and Gardens Assistant
- Nursery or Turf Worker
Possible job titles include:
- Horticulture Worker
- Parks and Gardens Assistant
- Nursery or Turf Worker
There are no entry requirements to this qualification.
Before enrolling, your proficiency in language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy will be assessed to determine what level of support you may need to assist you through your study program.
Students will need to have access to a computer, the internet and Microsoft office or similar software. Online students will be required to download the free Microsoft Teams App.
Both formal and informal skills, knowledge and experience may be recognised as prior learning and could help you avoid training in areas you are already competent.
The RPL pathway is available to any learner who can provide evidence of competency for the units offered within the qualification. Contact Us for more information on this process and how to apply.
We want to make your training experience as easy as possible from start to finish. Everyone has different circumstances and we will work with you to find the best training solution for your situation.
- Register your interest
Use the short Enrolment Enquiry Form below or give us on 07 5334 9922 to register your interest and get the ball rolling! - Eligibility check
We complete an eligibility check to determine if you quality for course funding. - Discuss your enrolment
Within 2 business days, we will call you to discuss your enrolment and eligibility for funding. We are happy to answer any questions. - Enrolment form
We will send an enrolment form for you to complete. You can then supply your ID, arrange payment or payment plan as required.
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