Overview
AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture at Open Colleges is an online course with work-based projects. This means that you will complete your knowledge and basic skills development through online learning. You will need to complete workbased projects in a workplace setting in order to successfully complete your assessments (e.g. a local council, golf course, park, sporting field or resort).
Potential career outcomes
- Community Facilities Landscape Assistant
- Landscaping Assistant
- Open Space Landscape Assistant
- Parks and Gardens Team Member
Programme Structure
What do you learn in this course
- How to recognise plants, prepare plant specimens and plant trees and shrubs.
- The fundamentals of installing and maintaining plant displays and nursery plants.
- The implementation of soil improvements for plant and turf areas, and plant nutrition programs.
- How to conduct site inspections and operational inspections of park facilities.
- Methods to control weeds, plant pests, diseases and disorders.
- How to implement a grassed area maintenance program.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can enroll in the majority of our courses, and start studying, anytime you like. There's no need to wait for a certain date or a new semester to start.
Language
Delivered
- Self-paced
- No Attendance
- Continuous support with feedback on request
- No interaction at all
Disciplines
Natural Sciences Horticulture and Crop Science View 4 other Short Courses in Horticulture and Crop Science in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
There are no formal education entry requirements for this course.
You will need to be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 your enrolment form will need to be signed by a parent or guardian.
This course involves reading and undertaking a range of written assessments, as well as engaging in online forums and discussions. Furthermore, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication. As such, entry to the course requires the successful completion of English to Year 10 level.
Technological requirements
You will need access to a computer and the internet and have basic computing skills.