Plant the seed for a successful career.
The Certificate II in Horticulture is an entry-level qualification, allowing participants to gain an insight into the horticulture industry.
Participants will develop skills and knowledge in caring for nursery plants and food gardens, treating weeds and using horticulture equipment.
This qualification underpins a range of work functions and job roles that can lead to a job in the horticultural and land management industries.
This course is available at other campus locations upon request.
- Workplace health and safety processes.
- Irrigation installation and operation.
- Plant propagation, potting up, planting, soil sampling and plant recognition.
- Plant pests and diseases.
- Treating weeds and applying chemicals.
- Chainsaw and machinery operation.
- Nursery work
- Enjoy working outside and being in nature
- You are fit and enjoy manual labour and physical work
This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. For full details see our Half price courses page.
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCINF203 | Maintain properties and structures |
| AHCIRG215 | ASSIST WITH LOW VOLUME IRRIGATION OPERATIONS |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCMOM204 | Undertake operational maintenance of machinery |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY207 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Other job titles may include:
- Parks assistant
- Assistant landscaper
For more information about job and career pathways, visit Job Outlook(opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA(opens in a new tab) .
This list is a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
|
Tuition fee* |
Resource fee |
Total fee |
|
|
General |
$769.50 |
$343.90 |
$1,113.40 |
|
Concession |
$228.00 |
$343.90 |
$571.90 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2023
- A selection of elective units designed to meet local industry demand for skills (different unit selections will attract different fees)
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit DTWD website
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you choose to study or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Delivery locations and study options
Work-based
| Duration | 1 year |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Karratha Campus Kununurra Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus |
On Campus
| Duration | 1 year |
| When | Date: 2023 |
| Where |
Broome Campus Karratha Campus Kununurra Campus Newman Campus Pundulmurra Campus Tom Price Campus |