Certificate II in Horticulture (Turf) (VET in Schools)

Course Code
AHC20410
Course Type
Accredited Course
Course Level
Skills Creation
Department
Horticulture and Floristry
Course Location
Morwell
Course Duration
Part Time: VET in School qualifications are undertaken over a two (2) year period with students attending one (1) day per week To successfully obtain Nationally Accredited Qualifications students will usually be required to attend over a two year period during their VCE or VCAL studies
Course Cost
Students should consult with their Careers Advisor or VETiS Coordinator to obtain further information on program costs.
Downloads
course_info.pdf (pdf)
Study Modes
On Campus; Part Time (Day)
Starting Date
Part Time:
  • February 2013
Enquiries

Enquiries should be directed to the prospective student's school Career Advisor or VETiS Coordinator

Course Overview

This program is a great starting point for students who wish to enter a career in the Turf Management Industry. This qualification gives students a great pathway into any career involving the growing or maintaining of sports grounds, race courses or any turf area. <br>

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This program is perfect for those looking to enter into an apprenticeship or to enter the workforce at an entry-level position.


Qualifications And Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate II in Horticulture (Turf) (VET in Schools).

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.

Employment Prospects

  • Arboriculturist
  • Beekeeper
  • Botanist
  • Conservationist
  • Farmer
  • Fisheries Officer
  • Floriculture
  • Florist
  • Forester
  • Gardener
  • Greenkeeper
  • Horticultural Assistant
  • Horticultural Scientist
  • Horticultural Tradesperson
  • Horticulturalist
  • Landscape Gardener
  • Nursery Worker
  • Park Ranger
  • Groundsperson
  • Turf grower

Entry Requirements

To undertake a VETiS Program with GippsTAFE participants must be enrolled with a secondary education provider or school

Assessment

This is a VCE VET accredited course. <br>

This course does not contain a VCE Scored Assessment. <br>

VCE Students may be eligible for a 10% increment of their ENTER Score <br>

VCAL Students may be eligible for 2 Block Credits for Units 1 & 2 in their first year and 2 Block Credits in Units 3 & 4 in their second year

Opportunities For Further Study