Study and Career Pathways
Possible study pathways
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Certificate III in Horticulture; Parks & gardens; Conservation & land management
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Certificate IV in Production horticulture
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Diploma of Conservation & ecosystem management
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Bachelor of Science (biodiversity and conservation)
Possible career paths
Parks & Gardens Apprenticeship; Horticulture Apprenticeship; Park Ranger; Nursery Attendant; Conservation & Ecosystem Management
Program delivery
The program is a partial completion of the certificate over one year.
Location: Fed TAFE, Horsham
Contact: Wednesdays during school terms 9:20am to 3:20pm
Work Placement
Work placement is recommended by the VCAA
Clothing & Equipment
Appropriate PPE uniform, including footwear, must be worn each week with further information at Induction Day or in the 2026 Fed TAFE VET Student Handbook. Own laptop and USB to be brought to class each week
Materials Fee
Paid for by Department of Education for Government students. Independent and Catholic students to discuss with your school VET Co-ordinator
Program commencement is subject to enrolment numbers.
CERTIFICATE II IN HORTICULTURE
COURSE CODE: AHC20422
Fed TAFE (RTO Code 4909)
What will you learn?
This program is an industry taster for one year only and will give students a range of skills and knowledge for entry level horticulture and conservation type jobs. Employment opportunities may include nursery worker, assistant landscaper, assistant parks and gardens worker or conservation and land management worker.
Accreditation
Contribution towards VCE: VM
A Certificate II or above VET course is mandatory for students studying VCE-VM. 180 nominal hours or above equals two VET credits
Contribution towards VPC
Every 90 nominal hours of VET equals one unit of credit
Contribution towards VCE
Students may accrue two VCE VET units of credit at Units 1 and 2 level by completing 180 nominal hours in a Certificate II qualification
ATAR Contribution
No ATAR contribution
Scored Assessment: No
National Accreditation
The program is a partial completion of the certificate over one year.
