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Certificate II in Horticulture


 National Code: AHC20422
 TAFE SA Code: TP01433


Course Type: School Students

2026 start

Description

TAFE SA's courses for school students are designed for students in Year 11 to Year 12. They provide the opportunity to learn specific industry skills and gain credit towards a nationally recognised qualification, all while students undertake their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Develop skills and knowledge to work as a horticulture worker or assistant. You will learn about planting, recognising plants, maintaining irrigation systems, pruning, treating weeds, pests and diseases, basic soil properties, renovating grassed areas, tending to nursery plants, laying paving, machinery and equipment operation and maintenance.
Duration
SACE Credits
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34 week

Part Time

Up to 60-70 Stage 1 Credits
Horticultural Assistant
Horticultural Assistant
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Barossa Valley
On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Semester 1 CommencementSemester 1
Day Only Day Only
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Urrbrae
On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Semester 1 CommencementSemester 1
Day Only Day Only
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Investigator College
On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Semester 1 CommencementSemester 1
Day Only Day Only
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Mount Gambier
On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Semester 1 CommencementSemester 1
Day Only Day Only
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Port Lincoln
On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Semester 1 CommencementSemester 1
Day Only Day Only
How To Apply

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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

You must be a school student undertaking SACE or equivalent, and meet the Flexible Industry Program eligibility criteria.

Course Delivery

  • Delivered one day per week over 12 months,
  • Dates, times, course units and training plans may vary for each delivery location,
  • For Barossa Valley delivery this may include both daytime and evening classes weekly,
  • Students must be enrolled at least one week prior to commencement of unit being undertaken,
  • It is recommended that students do not have a full study band at school if they wish to also study this qualification at TAFE SA,
  • At times, some courses may be combined with adults and/or apprentice classes.

Additional Information

This course has an incidentals fee of $45 which covers the following: Ear muffs; Riggers gloves; Spray suit; Nitrile gloves; Safety glasses. Students must have the following Personal Protective Equipment (that students must organise themselves approx. $150-$200) including: long pants, steel capped boots, sun protection (hat), and long sleeve shirt.

Fees

Total Fees for the 34 week course
Subsidised co-payment
$280 - $335

Subsidised training will require applicants to meet eligibility criteria.

Fees may vary for each delivery location, depending on the subjects being offered, and are subject to change.

  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate II in Horticulture (AHC20422)
    This qualification provides skills in recognising plants, undertaking planting tasks, using correct pruning techniques and collecting plant specimens. To complete the qualification, you are required to complete all 8 core units and 7 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing 30
    Operate basic machinery and equipment 20
    Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices 30
    Participate in workplace health and safety processes 30
    Plant trees and shrubs 20
    Recognise plants 40
    Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders 30
    Treat weeds 40

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply chemicals under supervision 30
    Assist with pressurised irrigation operations 40
    Care for nursery plants 30
    Collect native seed 40
    Collect prepare and preserve plant specimens 30
    Identify fauna in the field 50
    Implement ecosystem reconstruction works 90
    Maintain properties and structures 30
    Operate and maintain chainsaws 40
    Plant horticultural crops 25
    Pot up plants 20
    Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases 70
    Prepare and maintain plant displays 35
    Prune shrubs and small trees 35
    Renovate grassed areas 40
    Transport and store chemicals 50
    Undertake operational maintenance of machinery 30
    Undertake propagation activities 30

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