Certificate III In Landscape Construction

Course Code: AHC30916
Study Area:

Landscaping and Paving

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, we have adapted our course delivery to now encompass a combination of remote and flexible delivery methods. This includes easy to navigate online tutorials, interactive learning (using a mix of live demonstrations and the ability to connect with your classmates and teachers for support) as well as face-to-face practical assessments and work placements - where safe and practical to implement. Therefore, you will require access to the internet and a computer to undertake this course. Our flexible model allows you to continue to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with continued access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports. You will be advised by your facilitator on a case by case basis in relation to practical and work placement assessments, as some flexibility will be required during this challenging time.

Start date: We offer rolling enrolments. Enrol at any time.

End date: Rolling enrolment.

This course will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills on which to build a successful career in the landscape sector. Training focuses on practical skills required including: landscape design, costing and construction, plant and soil selection and nutrition, as well as safety with chemicals.

Campus

Bendigo Charleston Road Campus

Course Structure

Full time - Apprenticeship/Trainee- 4 - Year/s

Accreditation

This qualification is nationally recognised

Possible careers

Self employed gardener
Landscaper

Prerequisites

Individual interview
Minimum 15 years old
Prepared to work in an outdoor environment
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Physically fit
Employed as an apprentice, under a training agreement

Course overview

The Certificate III in Landscape Construction will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills on which to build a successful career in the landscape sector. Training focuses on practical skills required in this sector, including:landscape design, costing and construction, plant and soil selection and nutrition, as well as safety with chemicals. Appropriate for a person who wants to become a skilled landscape worker expected to take responsibility for some of their own work results, working either independently or part of a team.

How to apply

Online application direct to Bendigo TAFE

Selection process

Informal interview for on-campus students and through AASN Registration for Apprentices

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) may be given for skills and knowledge gained through previous study or other relevant experience. Further information refer to RPL

Assessment Methods

Assignment
Written test
Practical Assessment
Observation

Learning options

Apprenticeship/Trainee
Blended

Key study areas

Recommending plants and their environmental requirements, introduction to soils and plant nutrition, landscape construction, costing and estimating, safe use of chemicals, first aid and occupational health and safety.

Further study opportunities

Certificate IV in Horticulture

Fees

Your fees are made up of four parts.

Course enrolment type
Materials
Consumables
Student Support Fee.

Once you have determined the fees applicable to your situation you will be able to calculate a indicative total fee for your qualification.

Are you eligible for Government subsidised fees? Check for your eligibility here
Are you eligible for concession? Check for your eligibility here
Students eligible for Free TAFE receive the tuition rate free. Students eligible for JobTrainer pay 20% of the tuition. Materials, consumables and student services fees are payable by all students and do not receive a JobTrainer discount, however concession rates for student services fees are available for concession card holders, apprentices, trainees and 100% off campus delivery courses.
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.

A. Course enrolment type:	Apprenticeship
Government subsidised - average total course fee*	$3,564.30
Concession - average total course fee*	$708.50
Full fee - average total course fee*	$14,824.00

B. Materials average fee**	$196.20
C. Consumables average fee**	$337.90

Indicative pricing for:

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment and details of any other fees including but not limited to student services, amenities, goods or materials and consumables.
**Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student. Read more on fees and charges

D. Student Support fees
The Student Support fee is a non-tuition fee for Government subsidised (eligible) students and full fee paying (ineligible) students. Read more. Student support fees are non refundable . Student support fees are payable annually for the duration of your course, over and above tuition fees.

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