Kickstart your training in horticulture in an inclusive learning environment
Next Intake – Rolling intake; join today!
Course Duration – 10-12 Months
Delivery method – Face-to-face
Units of Competency – 15 total (8 core, 7 elective)
Contact Number – (08) 8179 5200
Location – Minda Inc, Rogerson/SALC Building, 12 King George Ave, North Brighton SA 5048
AHC20422
Certificate II in Horticulture
The SA Learning Centre (SALC) has been delivering VET for School Students programs since 2019 and is a preferred provider through the Department for Education.
SALC is proudly part of Minda – SA’s largest not-for-profit disability service provider and employer.
The large, picturesque grounds of the Minda’s North Brighton site are our students’ classroom!
This unique opportunity to learn in one of Adelaide’s most beautifully landscaped gardens merges a focus of practical work experience with classroom learning, creating the perfect learning environment for those who prefer to learn by doing!
South Australian Government Subsidy
Government funding may be available for this qualification through a subsidy for eligible students. To learn more about the financial support on offer, along with the requirements and obligations involved in accessing it, please contact our team. You can also check your eligibility by visiting the Skills SA website.
Program Details
Course duration: 12 months (one day per week)
Funded Course fee: $300*
*Eligibiliy criteria apply. To find out more, visit https://mytraining.skills.sa.gov.au/training/get-started/check-eligibility
Full Fee: $2,500 (for those not eligible for funding)
Incidental Fees: Cost of safety boots, hat and gardening gloves
Units of Competency
Individuals with this qualification carry out routine tasks under supervision where the work is predictable and structured with limited judgement requirements.
The qualification is suited to VET programs delivered to secondary school students or learners with no previous connection to the horticulture industry or relevant employment history.
Core Units (8)
AHCMOM203 Operate basic machinery and equipment
AHCPCM204 Recognise plants
AHCPGD207 Plant trees and shrubs
AHCPMG201 Treat weeds
AHCPMG202 Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
AHCSOL203 Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
AHCWHS202 Participate in workplace health and safety processes
AHCWRK211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
Elective Units (7)
AHCCHM201 Apply chemicals under supervision
AHCIRG219 Assist with low volume irrigation operations
AHCNSY205 Pot up plants
AHCNSY206 Care for nursery plants
AHCNSY207 Undertake propagation activities
AHCPGD208 Prepare and maintain plant displays
AHCPGD209 Prune shrubs and small trees