This qualification provides an occupational outcome in green-keeping. 
The sports turf industry expects this qualification to be achieved to meet job outcomes at this level. This qualification is suitable for an Australian Traineeship. Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: Groundsperson or Assistant Green Keeper.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Participants must:
- Be at least 15 years of age or older and;
- Have at least a Year 8 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills
DELIVERY
There are a range of delivery mode options for this qualification:
- Face-to-Face Delivery
- Where this course is undertaken as traineeship, face-to-face off-the-job training will likely occur through day release, which will supplement the on-the-job training provided by the employer. Traineeships are generally completed within one (1) year for full-time trainees and over two (2) years for school-based trainees.
- Classroom training is also available for non-trainees. The qualification is offered over 6-12 months, with variance for practical training availability and the intensity of training.
- Blended Delivery (Face-to-Face and Online)
- Students undertake knowledge-based learning and assessments through an online external learning program.
- Practical assessments are conducted in a face-to-face context.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Gap Training
- Students’ existing skills and knowledge are considered against course requirements. Examples of evidence collected include:
- Direct evidence – such as samples of work, photos, video, references
- Indirect evidence – such as awards, resumes, workplace memos/letters
- Historical evidence – such as past employer references, logbooks
- Evidence is evaluated and gaps in students’ knowledge and skills are determined so that training and assessment can be organised. Where entire units are to be assessed in full, students are given access to an external online learning program to complete.
- Where RPL is requested, students are supplied with an RPL application upon enrolment
- Students’ existing skills and knowledge are considered against course requirements. Examples of evidence collected include:
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
The course is made up of eight (8) units of competency. There are five (5) core units and three (3) elective units.
Total number of units = Eight (8)
- Five (5) core units
- Three (3) elective units
Core Units
- AHCIRG221 Assist with pressurised irrigation operations
- AHCMOM203 Operate basic machinery and equipment
- AHCTRF205 Assist in the preparation of turf surfaces for play
- AHCTRF207 Renovate grassed areas
- AHCTRF208 Support turf establishment
Elective Units
- AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision
- AHCINF203 Maintain properties and structures
- AHCMOM204 Undertake operational maintenance of machinery
- AHCPCM201 Recognise plants
- AHCPGD201 Plant trees and shrubs
- AHCPMG201 Treat weeds
- AHCPMG202 Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
- AHCSOL202 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
- AHCWHS201 Participate in work health and safety processes
- AHCWRK209 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
COURSE FEE
Applicants may be eligible for User Choice Funding (Apprenticeship and traineeship Funding), with reduced pricing listed in the table below. |
User Choice Funding Fee Table
Qualifications Student co-contribution fee (Non-Concessional) Student co-contribution fee (Concessional) RII20715 - Certificate II in Civil Construction $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC30511 - Certificate III in Dogging $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC30711 - Certificate III in Rigging $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC30911 - Certificate III in Scaffolding $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC31111 - Certificate III in Steelfixing $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour RII30815 - Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour RII30915 - Certificate III in Civil Construction (Streams 1,2.3,4,9) $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC20416 - Certificate II in Horticulture $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC31016 - Certificate III in Parks and Gardens $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC30916 - Certificate III in Landscape Construction $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC20919 - Certificate II in Sports Turf Management $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC31316 - Certificate III in Sports Turf Management $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour
CSTC offers competitive pricing for those who don’t meet the funding criteria, as listed in the table below:
| Service | Fee for Service Price |
| Recognition of Prior Learning | $1,100.00 |
| Full course (Online/Classroom) | $2,912.00 |
COURSE CALENDARPlease contact the CSTC office on 07 3373 8888. |
HOW TO ENROLInterested applicants should download a copy of the Student Enrolment Form, complete and submit it along with payment. Course prices listed on the website are subject to change without notice. |
FURTHER INFORMATIONDownload the Student Handbook and access information on: - Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer - Fees and Charges - Payment terms and conditions (including refunds) - Complaints and appeals process - Student Support |
