This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in amenity horticulture.
Proposed Change:
This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in amenity horticulture. CQUniversity is offering two (2) different streams choices (Nursery and Landscape) under this qualification. Both stream offers a different choice of units that are better suited to specific industries. Students will need to select one (1) stream on admission. If students are currently working in industry, before choosing a stream, it is strongly recommended they consult with their employer to determine the most suitable steam choice.
There are no entry requirements, however it is highly recommended that students have attained a Sound Achievement (SA) result in Year 10 numeracy and literacy subjects or equivalent prior to enrolling in this course. Distance - Mixed Mode students undertaking this course will need to participate in work placement or attend campus practical activities where available to fulfil the practical requirements of this course.
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.
Students must complete a Vocational Placement and/or Work Integrated Learning as part of this qualification.
Additional information
Each unit in this course has a mandatory practical component. Students who are not already working in the industry or attending campus will be required to undertake work placement to complete their practical assessment. Co-assessment with a supervisor is required. Students will be required to complete a total of 720 hours (7 hours per week over 24 months) of Practical skills training in placement throughout the duration of the course. Students are responsible for finding their own placement.Course Type | Qualification | ||||||||||||
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AQF Level | Level 3: Certificate III |
Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Possible Career Opportunities could lead to employment as a Horticulture worker, a Horticulture assistant, a Horticulturist or a Gardener.
A Co-provider Agreement has been put in place with VET Centre Qld. This has gone through VET Contract Management and has been signed off by Peter Heilbuth.
Study Mode Definitions
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
Cluster One |
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AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM303 | Identify plant specimens | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPMG301 | Control weeds | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Cluster 2 | ||||
AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCNSY303 | Install and maintain plant displays | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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AHCNSY306 | Implement a propagation plan | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCNSY301 | Maintain nursery plants | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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AHCPGD301 | Implement a plant establishment program | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM302 | Provide information on plants and their culture | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCSOL303 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCCHM303 | Prepare and apply chemicals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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AHCIRG333 | Maintain pressurised irrigation systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPGD303 | Perform specialist amenity pruning | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM301 | Implement a plant nutrition program | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM304 | Report on health and condition of trees | More Information | Training.gov Details |
Sequence | Unit |
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1 | AHCWHS301 - Contribute to work health and safety processes |
2 | AHCPCM303 - Identify plant specimens |
3 | AHCPMG301 - Control weeds |
4 | AHCPMG302 - Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
5 | AHCCHM304 - Transport and store chemicals |
6 | AHCNSY303 - Install and maintain plant displays |
7 | AHCNSY306 - Implement a propagation plan |
8 | AHCNSY301 - Maintain nursery plants |
9 | AHCPGD301 - Implement a plant establishment program |
10 | AHCPCM302 - Provide information on plants and their culture |
11 | AHCSOL303 - Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
12 | AHCCHM303 - Prepare and apply chemicals |
13 | AHCIRG333 - Maintain pressurised irrigation systems |
14 | AHCPGD303 - Perform specialist amenity pruning |
15 | AHCPCM301 - Implement a plant nutrition program |
16 | AHCPCM304 - Report on health and condition of trees |
Cluster One |
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AHCWHS301 | Contribute to work health and safety processes | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM303 | Identify plant specimens | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPMG301 | Control weeds | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Cluster 2 | ||||
AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCTRF303 | Implement a grassed area maintenance program | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Cluster 3 | ||||
AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPGD304 | Implement a landscape maintenance program | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Cluster 4 | ||||
AHCPGD301 | Implement a plant establishment program | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM302 | Provide information on plants and their culture | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCSOL303 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCCHM303 | Prepare and apply chemicals | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Cluster 5 | ||||
AHCIRG333 | Maintain pressurised irrigation systems | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPGD303 | Perform specialist amenity pruning | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM301 | Implement a plant nutrition program | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
AHCPCM304 | Report on health and condition of trees | More Information | Training.gov Details |
Sequence | Unit |
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1 | AHCWHS301 - Contribute to work health and safety processes |
2 | AHCPCM303 - Identify plant specimens |
3 | AHCPMG301 - Control weeds |
4 | AHCPMG302 - Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
5 | AHCCHM304 - Transport and store chemicals |
6 | AHCTRF303 - Implement a grassed area maintenance program |
7 | AHCMOM304 - Operate machinery and equipment |
8 | AHCPGD304 - Implement a landscape maintenance program |
9 | AHCPGD301 - Implement a plant establishment program |
10 | AHCPCM302 - Provide information on plants and their culture |
11 | AHCSOL303 - Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
12 | AHCCHM303 - Prepare and apply chemicals |
13 | AHCIRG333 - Maintain pressurised irrigation systems |
14 | AHCPGD303 - Perform specialist amenity pruning |
15 | AHCPCM301 - Implement a plant nutrition program |
16 | AHCPCM304 - Report on health and condition of trees |
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Written/Electronic Assessment |
Practical Task |
Third Party Verification |
RPL |
Work Experience requirements
Students studying online who are not currently working in the Horticulture industry will be required to seek and complete work experience whilst studying, to meet practical competency requirements.
Within the work experience environment, there must be a supervisor available who has at least 2 years’ experience in the Horticulture industry, or must hold a relevant Certificate (more information will be provided by the teacher during the initial meeting). The supervisor will be responsible for signing off on third party reports which are required for practical observations for each unit of competency. Teaching staff will provide third party reports to students as part of unit assessment requirements.
It is not mandatory for students who are studying on-campus to complete work experience as practical requirements will be satisfied by in class activities.
Resource Requirements
Students are required to purchase and supply their own personal protective equipment. Items include: