Certificate II in Horticulture

AHC20422

Location

Online

Study Mode

Online, Workplace

Outcomes

Gardener, Landscape Designer, Landscape Gardener, Nursery Assistant

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Qualification

Certificate II

Awarded By

Open Colleges (RTO: 90796)

Duration

Self-paced - maximum of 18 months

Start Date

Start Anytime

Payment Option

Fee For Service, Payment plan, Upfront payment

This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

How Much Will It Cost?

Open Colleges offers a number of flexible payment models to suit your lifestyle and preferences:

PLEASE NOTE: Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding.

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

The AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture, offered by Open Colleges, is designed for individuals eager to transform their passion for gardening into a rewarding career. This nationally accredited course provides a comprehensive foundation in horticulture, covering essential skills such as plant recognition, soil testing, pest management, and sustainable practices. Students will have the opportunity to specialise in areas like Nursery, Parks and Gardens, or Landscaping, equipping them with the practical knowledge needed to thrive in the horticulture industry. Additionally, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.

Throughout the course, learners will engage with a variety of online resources and activities, allowing them to study at their own pace over a maximum duration of 18 months. The curriculum not only focuses on theoretical knowledge but also emphasises hands-on experience through work placements, enabling students to apply their skills in real-world settings. With a growing demand for horticultural professionals in Australia, this qualification opens doors to various career paths, including roles as gardeners, horticultural assistants, and landscaping professionals. Enquire to learn more.

This course is delivered online and includes work placement.

60 hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

Eligibility

Entry requirements can differ depending on the course. Generally, you need to be at least 18 years old to enrol. If you are under 18, you will require permission from a parent or guardian. Students should also possess basic language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to read course materials comfortably, understand technical terms, and communicate effectively via email.

To learn more about the specific entry requirements for this course or if you need advice on whether this course is suitable for you please enquire now.

Please note: This course is not available to student visa holders.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

In this AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture course, the subjects you may study include:

AHCPCM204 – Recognise plants
AHCPCM202 – Collect, prepare and preserve plant specimens
AHCWHS202 – Participate in work health and safety processes
AHCPMG201 – Treat weeds
AHCPMG202 – Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCSOL203 – Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
AHCNSY207 – Undertake propagation activities
AHCNSY205 – Pot up plants
AHCNSY206 – Maintain nursery plants
AHCNSY208 – Maintain indoor plants
AHCWRK211 – Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
AHCPGD207 – Prepare for planting operations
AHCWRK216 – Provide information on products and services
AHCPGD209 – Prune shrubs and small trees

60 hours of work placement is also required – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Why study with Open Colleges

Open Colleges has been helping Australians realise their potential for over 125 years, and they’re now one of Australia’s leaders in online education. In the last decade alone, they’ve helped over 450,000 students gain the skills to launch, change or take the next step in their careers. When you study with OC, you’ll graduate with a nationally recognised qualification that’ll help you find work across Australia. Their nationally recognised courses are designed by vocational experts, and you’ll learn job-ready skills from industry specialists. Online learning is all about flexibility, so they’ve designed their learning platform to be as flexible as possible. It’s available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you can access it anytime you want. It’s designed to work around your lifestyle, not the other way around, so you can easily fit your study in with your other commitments.

Open Colleges is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO: 90796)

Student Support

The common misconception is that studying online means that you’re studying alone, but at Open Colleges, they take great pride in the superior support provided to their students. They make it easy for you to get support when you need it with their student support team available available from Monday to Saturday via email, phone, and Live Chat.. They’re here, in tandem with trainers and assessors, to make sure you’re supported the whole way through your course, from the time you enrol right through to your graduation.

Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture from Open Colleges.

This nationally accredited qualification equips students with essential skills in horticulture, paving the way for diverse career opportunities in areas such as landscaping, nursery management, and garden maintenance. Graduates will be well-prepared to enter the workforce, with practical experience gained through work placements that enhance their employability and industry connections.

Additionally, the course provides a solid foundation for further study in horticulture or related fields, allowing students to progress to higher qualifications. With the growing demand for skilled horticulturists in Australia, this certification not only opens doors to immediate job prospects but also positions graduates for long-term career advancement in a thriving industry.

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