Certificate III in Horticulture (Wholesale Nursery)

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

• Objectives
  This course, with appropriate practical experience provides students with the skills and knowledge to enable them to work as a tradesperson in the plant production industry.
• Entry requirements
  Applicants must have a Registered Training Agreement with an employer.
• Academic Title
  Certificate III in Horticulture (Wholesale Nursery)
• Course description
  Course Outline
  This course, with appropriate practical experience provides students with the skills and knowledge to enable them to work as a tradesperson in the plant production industry.
  
  Campus
  Cranbourne
  
  When Does The Course Start?
  February, July and ongoing
  
  Study Modes
  Apprentices only - one day per week, day release
  878 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?
  N/A
  
  How Should I Apply?
  Apply directly to Chisholm
  
  Is There An Information Session?
  You may need to attend a information session
  
  Is There An Interview?
  N/A
  
  Study Area Summary / Subjects / Modules
  Carry out OH&S, Recognise plants, Operate specialised equipment and machinery, Undertake propagation activities, Maintain nursery plants, Transport, handle and store chemicals, Prepare and apply chemicals, Irrigation, Sample soils and analyse results, Implement a plant nutrition program, Control plant pests, diseases and disorders, Implement a propagation plan, Prepare specialised plants, Provide info on plants and culture, Maintain and monitor environmental workplace prac, Co-ordinate worksite activities & Plan and establish plant displays
  
  Assessment Methods
  Practical and Theory
  
  Employment Opportunities
  To work as a tradesperson in the horticulture industry
  Horticulturist
  Nursery Worker
  
  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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