Certificate III in Horticulture – AHC30722
The Certificate III in Horticulture course will give you the knowledge and skills to identify and care for plants. You will learn about pest and disease, weeds, propagation, soils and plant nutrition, turf establishment, plant establishment, handling and use of chemicals, operating machinery and equipment and WHS matters.
This qualification provides a general vocational outcome in amenity horticulture.
Why do this course?
The Certificate III in Horticulture course is the ideal course for those wanting to establish roots in the horticultural industry. This qualification provides an entry path into gardening, landscaping and nursery work. Horticulture is a diverse industry where you can enjoy an interesting and exciting career growing and managing plants.
Potential career outcomes
- Horticulturalist
- Nursery worker
- Grounds person
- Parks and Gardens team member
- Landscaping assistant
You will also get the foundation knowledge needed to undertake further study in this field.
What will I learn?
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete 11 core units and 6 elective units.
Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals |
| AHCCHM307 | Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases |
| AHCIRG346 | Operate pressurised irrigation systems |
| AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment |
| AHCPCM308 | Identify and select plants |
| AHCPGD309 | Perform specialist amenity pruning |
| AHCPMG301 | Control Weeds |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL304 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas |
| AHCWHS302 | Contribute to work health and safety processes |
| AHCWRK320 | Apply environmentally sustainable work practices |
Elective Units
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The nationally recognised qualification, AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture, is delivered under a third-party agreement by V.E.T. Centre (QLD) on behalf of All States Training RTO #32577.
All States Training RTO #32577 is the Registered Training Organisation that issues certification upon successful completion of the accredited course.
Entry Requirements
There are no current Training Package entry requirements into this qualification.
