Certificate III in Horticulture (Landscape)

Comments about Certificate III in Horticulture (Landscape) - On Campus - Cranbourne - Victoria

• Objectives
  This apprenticeship course is based on industry identified competencies. It aims to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge that, together with workplace skills enhancement, will enable them to work at trade level in the landscape industry.
• Entry requirements
  Applicants must have a Registered Training Agreement with an employer.
• Academic Title
  Certificate III in Horticulture (Landscape)
• Course description
  Course Outline
  This apprenticeship course is based on industry identified competencies. It aims to provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge that, together with workplace skills enhancement, will enable them to work at trade level in the landscape industry.
  
  Campus
  Cranbourne
  
  When Does The Course Start?
  February, July & Ongoing
  
  Study Modes
  Apprentices only - day release, one day per week
  864 hours over 3 years
  
  What Entrance Requirements Are There?
  Applicants must have a Registered Training Agreement with an employer.
  
  How Will I Be Selected?
  Employer recommendation. A trainee should apply for enrolment at the Institute as soon as the employer has accepted him/her as a trainee and a copy of a Training Agreement has been obtained from the State Training Board
  
  Are There Any Other Special Requirements?
  NO
  
  How Should I Apply?
  Apply directly to Chisholm
  
  Is There An Information Session?
  You may need to attend an information session
  
  Is There An Interview?
  N/A
  
  Study Area Summary / Subjects / Modules
  Follow OH&S, Set out site for construction work, Brick and Block structures, Recognise Plants, Lay Paving, Operate specialised equipment and machinery, Concrete structures, Stone structures, Plants and their culture, Irrigation, Plant establishment, Est. costs for building and const, Co-ordinate worksite activities, Timber structures, Water Features & Maintain and monitor environmental workplace prac.
  
  Assessment Methods
  Prac and Theory
  
  Concessions are available
  (Concessions on tuition fees may be available to holders of valid Centrelink Benefits Cards unless otherwise stated.)
  
  Employment Opportunities
  Horticulturist
  Landscape Gardener
  
  Further Education Opportunities and Articulation to Other Courses
  Diploma of Horticulture
  
  RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
  Where applicants can show evidence of prior qualification or experience in a related field, they may apply for RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning).
  
  There is an opportunity to apply for recognition to be given for:
  • Previous study
  • Knowledge
  • Skills resulting from work or life experience relevant to the course.
  
  Support Services
  Support is available to students in a range of areas including Study Skills, Personal Counselling, Careers Advice and Disability Support. Contact Student Advisory Services for more details.

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