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AHC20416 Certificate II in Horticulture

AHC20416 Certificate II in Horticulture

National ID AHC20416 State ID BDE6
Unearth your inner green thumb

This entry-level horticulture qualification is for those passionate about the environment, sustainable practices or home gardening. 

Develop practical skills and knowledge in propagating, treating pests and diseases, pruning, identifying plants and improving soil conditions. 

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AHC40416 Certificate IV in Horticulture

This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where the jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the course fees, capped for each year at $1,200; or $400 (plus resource fee) if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more

CampusesMandurah. Murdoch.

When Semester 1, 2024. Semester 2, 2023.

Study Mode On Campus.

If you are passionate about the environment, sustainable practices, or an avid home gardener who is interested in plants, this course is for you. Launch your horticulture career, and brush up on your skills by completing this entry-level qualification to unearth your inner green thumb.

Horticulture is one of the fastest-growing industries in Australia with the sector playing an important role in delivering economic, social and environmental value. 

 

  • plant identification and care
  • improving soil conditions
  • operating machinery and equipment
  • propagating
  • pruning and fertilising
  • maintaining gardens and nurseries, and
  • workplace safety and health
  • treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
  • assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
  • apply chemicals under supervision
  • assist with low volume irrigation operations
  • undertake propagation activities
  • care for nursery plants
  • support turf establishment

 

In order to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, you must take into account the essential skills and knowledge required to undertake this study.

  • enjoyment of practical/manual work and working in varied weather conditions outdoors
  • an eye for detail and good hand-eye coordination
  • high stamina and fitness levels
  • ability to accurately follow plans, instructions and work to deadlines
  • enjoyment of nature and the outdoors

Important information

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Semester 1, 2024

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Murdoch
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
AHCPCM201 Recognise plants $64.80 $19.20 $30.25
AHCPMG201 Treat weeds $56.70 $16.80 $41.25
AHCPMG202 Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders $56.70 $16.80 $43.25
AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing $40.50 $12.00 $21.50
AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes $64.80 $19.20 $18.50

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Apply chemicals under supervision
$56.70 $16.80 $37.75
Assist with low volume irrigation operations
$56.70 $16.80 $61.50
Operate basic machinery and equipment
$56.70 $16.80 $41.25
Pot up plants
$38.88 $11.52 $47.00
Care for nursery plants
$40.50 $12.00 $34.50
Undertake propagation activities
$56.70 $16.80 $47.00
Plant trees and shrubs
$48.60 $14.40 $43.00
Prune shrubs and small trees
$48.60 $14.40 $43.00
Support turf establishment
$48.60 $14.40 $48.75
Work effectively in the industry
$64.80 $19.20 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

When Semester 1, 2024
Where Mandurah
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
AHCPCM201 Recognise plants $64.80 $19.20 $30.25
AHCPMG201 Treat weeds $56.70 $16.80 $41.25
AHCPMG202 Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders $56.70 $16.80 $43.25
AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing $40.50 $12.00 $21.50
AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes $64.80 $19.20 $18.50

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Apply chemicals under supervision
$56.70 $16.80 $37.75
Assist with low volume irrigation operations
$56.70 $16.80 $61.50
Operate basic machinery and equipment
$56.70 $16.80 $41.25
Pot up plants
$38.88 $11.52 $47.00
Care for nursery plants
$40.50 $12.00 $34.50
Undertake propagation activities
$56.70 $16.80 $47.00
Plant trees and shrubs
$48.60 $14.40 $43.00
Prune shrubs and small trees
$48.60 $14.40 $43.00
Support turf establishment
$48.60 $14.40 $48.75
Work effectively in the industry
$64.80 $19.20 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Semester 2, 2023

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2023
Where Murdoch
How On Campus

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
AHCPCM201 Recognise plants $64.80 $19.20 $30.25
AHCPMG201 Treat weeds $56.70 $16.80 $41.25
AHCPMG202 Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders $56.70 $16.80 $43.25
AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing $40.50 $12.00 $21.50
AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes $64.80 $19.20 $18.50

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Apply chemicals under supervision
$56.70 $16.80 $37.75
Assist with low volume irrigation operations
$56.70 $16.80 $61.50
Operate basic machinery and equipment
$56.70 $16.80 $41.25
Pot up plants
$38.88 $11.52 $47.00
Care for nursery plants
$40.50 $12.00 $34.50
Undertake propagation activities
$56.70 $16.80 $47.00
Plant trees and shrubs
$48.60 $14.40 $43.00
Prune shrubs and small trees
$48.60 $14.40 $43.00
Support turf establishment
$48.60 $14.40 $48.75
Work effectively in the industry
$64.80 $19.20 $24.75

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

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