Horticulture

This qualification provides foundation level skills and knowledge required for initial work, community involvement, or as an introduction to further learning in conservation and ecosystem management.

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for a range of entry level horticulture job roles. Individuals with this qualification carry out routine tasks under supervision where the work is predictable and structured with limited judgement requirements. The qualification is suited to VET programs delivered to secondary school students or learners with no previous connection to the horticulture industry or relevant employment history. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include Horticulture worker or Horticulture assistant.

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.

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for general vocational job roles in the amenity horticulture industry. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include: Horticulturalist and Gardener.

Individuals with this qualification perform tasks under broad supervision involving a broad range of skills that are applied in a wide variety of contexts. Discretion and judgement in selecting and operating equipment, coordinating resources and applying contingency measures during work.

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for trade level roles in the parks and gardens industry including gardener, greenkeeper and groundsperson.

This course covers the skills and knowledge required to transport, handle, store, prepare and apply chemicals – including preparing an application plan, chemical mixes, calibrating application equipment, and applying chemicals.