Certificate II in Horticulture

Where this course may lead

This course provides you with the skills and knowledge required for employment in the horticultural industry in areas such as local councils, landscape contractors, golf courses or nurseries. Successful completion of this course may also lead to further study at certificate III, IV or diploma level.

What you learn

This course provides you with an introduction for working within any horticultural enterprise, such as turf management, landscaping, parks and gardens, arboriculture and nursery. This course covers multiple streams. Study horticulture or specialise in one of the following areas: landscape, retail nursery, parks and gardens, or turf.

Delivery method and course duration

Course duration 6-12 months.

Course mode Traineeship, or full-time, or part-time, or distance education.

Entry requirements

Basic literacy and numeracy skills are required.

You need to wear suitable clothing and footwear, for example, safety boots, broad-brimmed hat, collared shirt. Some other personal protective equipment will be required depending on units of study, for example, earplugs or earmuffs are required when using machinery.

Assessment

The level of competency you develop from your training will be assessed using the following methods:

• Assessment will be conducted through observation, practical demonstration and/or coursework.

Your teachers will provide you with more information on specific requirements at the start of each unit and they will assist with any support you may need.

Outcomes and accreditations

On successful completion of this course you will receive an AQF qualification.

Related courses

• RTF30103 - Certificate III in Horticulture
• RTF50103 - Diploma of Horticulture

The units you study for this qualification may vary according to industry and workplace requirements. Please contact the department for a full list of units available to you.

This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification contact the department.

Where applicants can show evidence of prior qualification or experience in a related field, there may be an opportunity to apply for recognition to be given for previous study, knowledge, and/or skills resulting from work or life experience relevant to this qualification. Please contact the department for further information about Skills Recognition.

Fees and charges

How to apply

Please apply direct to the department.

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