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This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in greenkeeping. The sports turf industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level. This course is designed to provide theoretical and practical skills in a diverse range of areas related to the turf management industry. A considerable amount of outdoor and physical activity is required. The course aims to equip the students with skills in safety issues, machinery operation and maintenance, irrigation operation and maintenance, nutrient application and monitoring as well as numerous skills applicable to the turf and horticulture industries. Three previous South Metropolitan TAFE turf management students have won the award of “Western Australia Apprentice of the Year”. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: Greenkeeper Groundsman
Entrance Requirements
Job opportunities
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
This course is available as an apprenticeship.
Entrance requirements for apprenticeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
An apprenticeship involves full time work with an employer who provides an opportunity to learn all aspects of a trade. This is a structured program for a fixed period of time and while you learn on the job, you also attend off the job training at SM TAFE.
Some of the benefits of an Apprenticeship are that you can:
- Earn a wage while you train
- Learn on the job skills combined with off the job training
- Receive a nationally recognised qualification on successful completion
- Start a valuable step towards a rewarding career path
- Greenkeeper
- Groundsman
For information about jobs and pathways, please see http://joboutlook.gov.au/
Further study opportunities:
- AHC40816 Certificate IV in Sports Turf Management, State ID BCZ2
Delivery location, important dates and study options
This course may be offered with a blended, flexible delivery model to enable social distancing measures to be undertaken during the COVID-19 pandemic. This approach may include a mix of online and classroom based delivery, as well as practical and work experience placements. Lecturers will provide any specific instructions if your training delivery style needs to change.
All year round
Murdoch - Classroom-ApprenticeshipOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| When | All year round |
| Where | Murdoch |
| How |
Apprenticeship Part Time |