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AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture
Build foundational skills to establish plants, manage irrigation, and use horticultural machinery in a hands-on environment.
Duration
52 Weeks (20 hrs/wk)
Delivery
Classroom & Nursery
Admissions
Direct Enrolment
Course Code
AHC30722
description of AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture
Your Path to a Thriving Career in Green Industry
The AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture from Brisbane College of Horticulture is a comprehensive, nationally recognised qualification designed for those ready to turn a passion for plants and the environment into a professional career.
Through a blend of hands-on, nursery-based training and structured classroom study, you will develop practical expertise across all core areas of modern horticulture. You will learn exactly how to establish and maintain plants and structures or features in diverse garden and park environments. The curriculum ensures you can confidently use specialised horticultural machinery and equipment, apply effective pest, weed, and disease management techniques, and maintain complex irrigation and drainage systems. Furthermore, you will develop the vital skills needed to accurately identify plants, products, and treatments.
Delivered by industry-recognised trainers at a large, working nursery, this course equips you with the technical skills and practical knowledge employers are actively seeking. Graduates of this program are fully prepared to apply for positions across the horticulture industry, including rewarding roles working in nurseries, country clubs and resorts, council services, and visitor attractions such as theme parks.
Career Outcomes
Where This Qualification Can Take You
Graduates of the Certificate III in Horticulture are qualified to pursue a wide range of roles, including:
- Working in nurseries
- Grounds maintenance for country clubs and resorts
- Parks and gardens roles within council services
- Horticulture roles at visitor attractions and theme parks
Curriculum
Units of Competency
Learn to accurately identify plant species and select them for specific environments.
Develop techniques for pruning trees and shrubs for health and form.
Understand integrated weed management and safe control methods.
Learn to diagnose and treat common plant health issues and disorders.
Focus on soil assessment and applying amendments for garden and turf areas.
Core safety unit covering hazard identification and workplace compliance.
Learn the safe handling and storage protocols for horticultural chemicals.
Develop skills to safely mix and apply treatments for pests, weeds, and diseases.
Hands-on training with operating modern pressurised irrigation setups.
Gain practical experience using essential horticultural machinery safely.
Focus on eco-friendly and sustainable industry standards for work sites.
Learn to provide accurate information on plants and their culture.
Develop problem-solving skills for maintaining and repairing water systems.
Master the daily care and maintenance required for plants in a nursery setting.
Learn the fundamental techniques required to implement a propagation plan.
Build fundamental skills to promote the sales of plants in retail environments.
Gain foundational skills to coordinate and manage daily work site activities.
Assessment & RPL
Course Assessment & RPL
You will be required to sit a range of practical and written assessments. Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is possible for formal training, informal training, and past experience.
Course Schedule
Participants will attend four sessions per week, which remain constant throughout the course.
Entry Requirements
Academic
Successful completion of Year 10 or an equivalent qualification.
English Proficiency
Have an IELTS* score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old).
English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Educated for 5 years in an English-speaking country; or
- completed at least 12 months of a Certificate III level course in an Australian RTO; or
- *Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted.
Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.
Duration: 52 Weeks
Tuition Fees
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STUDENT TESTIMONIALs
What You'll Need on Site
Students must comply with the Work Health and Safety Act and wear minimum protective equipment.
Protective Footwear
Must comply with AS2210 safety standards.
Protective Clothing
Neat casual clothing and a broad-brimmed hat.
Ear Muffs / Plugs
Ear muffs/plugs and non-fogging safety glasses.
Sun Protection
Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a water bottle.
Why Brisbane College of Horticulture
Six Reasons to Choose BCH for AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture
01
Large Working Nursery
Study inside an operational, hands-on nursery environment.
02
Industry Trainers
Learn from experienced and industry-recognised professionals.
03
Free Internet Access
Access reliable free internet on our modern college campuses.
04
Employment Pathways
Benefit from employment opportunities at a range of nurseries.
05
Accessible Locations
Campuses are conveniently close to public transport and shops.
06
Flexible Study Options
Premises available outside normal study hours for distance study.
Campus Locations
Brisbane
Level 3, 97 Creek St, Brisbane QLD 4000
Cairns
30 Minnie St, Cairns City QLD 4870
Coffs Harbour
Suite 4, Level 2/43 Gordon St, Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
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