AHC30620

Certificate III in Production Horticulture

Break ground on your horticulture career with this entry-level course and get qualified to work as a production nursery tradesperson or orchard farmhand grower.

STUDY LOCATIONS Sunshine Coast Wide Bay Burnett North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY Apprenticeships and traineeships

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Course overview

Break ground on your horticulture career with this entry-level course. This qualification will enable you to work as a vegetable grower, production nursery tradesperson, or orchard farmhand grower.

You'll develop essential skills including how to carry out enterprise work health and safety policies to comply with workplace procedures and other relevant legislation and codes. You'll also learn how to apply biosecurity measures, coordinate horticultural crop harvesting, and safely prepare and apply chemicals for pest and weed control.

Successful completion of this qualification will enable you to seek work in a variety of production horticulture settings including tree cropping, vegetable or berry production, grape growing or mushroom production.

What can I do?

Orchard Farmhand Grower
Vegetable Grower

Course outcome:

AHC30620 Certificate III in Production Horticulture

Practical training

Throughout this course you will have every opportunity to get hands on with the skills, equipment, and technology required to be a leader in the industry. This will ensure you are ready to tackle a diverse range of horticultural management projects.

Industry input

We have worked closely with the horticulture industry to ensure all elements of our course match both industry needs and employer expectations. This allows us to provide you with the latest industry insights, knowledge, and equipment from day one.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 12 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AHCBIO303

Apply biosecurity measures

UNIT CODE :
AHCBIO303

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret and apply control measures in a biosecurity plan to protect a site from the entry and spread of biosecurity threats.
UNIT NAME
Apply biosecurity measures

UNIT CODE
AHCWHS301

Contribute to work health and safety processes

UNIT CODE :
AHCWHS301

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out enterprise work health and safety policies and procedures.
UNIT NAME
Contribute to work health and safety processes

UNIT CODE
AHCWRK306

Comply with industry quality assurance requirements

UNIT CODE :
AHCWRK306

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to comply with industry quality assurance requirements in the production of food, fibre, fuels and raw materials produced from agriculture and horticulture activities.
UNIT NAME
Comply with industry quality assurance requirements

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AHCCHM304

Transport and store chemicals

UNIT CODE :
AHCCHM304

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely transport, handle and store liquid and dry chemical formulations across a broad range of industry sectors.
UNIT NAME
Transport and store chemicals

UNIT CODE
AHCCHM307

Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

UNIT CODE :
AHCCHM307

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely prepare and apply chemicals for the control of pests, weeds and diseases, using general application equipment.
UNIT NAME
Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases

UNIT CODE
AHCIRG337

Measure irrigation delivery system performance

UNIT CODE :
AHCIRG337

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to measure pressure, flow and distribution uniformity of an irrigation system, monitor supply of equipment and spare parts, and record system performance.
UNIT NAME
Measure irrigation delivery system performance

UNIT CODE
AHCIRG338

Troubleshoot irrigation systems

UNIT CODE :
AHCIRG338

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to locate and identify irrigation system faulty components and blockages, shut down and isolate components, replace faulty components, clear blockages and return irrigation system to normal operating status.
UNIT NAME
Troubleshoot irrigation systems

UNIT CODE
AHCIRG346

Operate pressurised irrigation systems

UNIT CODE :
AHCIRG346

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to pre-start check, inspect, start up, operate, monitor and shut down pressurised irrigation systems.
UNIT NAME
Operate pressurised irrigation systems

UNIT CODE
AHCIRG347

Maintain pressurised irrigation systems

UNIT CODE :
AHCIRG347

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to interpret a maintenance program, inspect and maintain pressurised irrigation systems, and record and report maintenance activities.
UNIT NAME
Maintain pressurised irrigation systems

UNIT CODE
AHCMOM213

Operate and maintain chainsaws

UNIT CODE :
AHCMOM213

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a hand-held chainsaw and maintain it in working condition.
UNIT NAME
Operate and maintain chainsaws

UNIT CODE
AHCMOM304

Operate machinery and equipment

UNIT CODE :
AHCMOM304

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain machinery and equipment.
UNIT NAME
Operate machinery and equipment

UNIT CODE
AHCMOM305

Operate specialised machinery and equipment

UNIT CODE :
AHCMOM305

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate specialised machinery and equipment.
UNIT NAME
Operate specialised machinery and equipment

UNIT CODE
AHCPCM205

Fell small trees

UNIT CODE :
AHCPCM205

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for tree felling, fell small trees and complete felling operations where hazards have been assessed as low risk.

Pre-requisite unit :
AHCMOM213
UNIT NAME
Fell small trees

UNIT CODE
AHCPCM305

Implement a plant nutrition program

UNIT CODE :
AHCPCM305

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a plant nutrition program, including preparing for the nutrition program, monitoring and controlling the nutritional requirements of plants, preparing fertilisers and application equipment, applying products to plants, and completing plant nutrition program activities.
UNIT NAME
Implement a plant nutrition program

UNIT CODE
AHCPHT313

Implement a post-harvest program

UNIT CODE :
AHCPHT313

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a post-harvest program for horticultural crops.
UNIT NAME
Implement a post-harvest program

UNIT CODE
AHCPHT315

Establish horticultural crops

UNIT CODE :
AHCPHT315

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to establish horticultural crops by seed, seedlings or other vegetative means.
UNIT NAME
Establish horticultural crops

UNIT CODE
AHCPHT317

Coordinate horticultural crop harvesting

UNIT CODE :
AHCPHT317

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate crop harvesting activities, including preparing, coordinating and monitoring harvest activities, monitoring crop quality during harvest and delivering crop.
UNIT NAME
Coordinate horticultural crop harvesting

UNIT CODE
AHCPMG301

Control weeds

UNIT CODE :
AHCPMG301

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and coordinate weed control activities using appropriate strategies to provide effective, economic control while minimising environmental damage.
UNIT NAME
Control weeds

UNIT CODE
AHCPMG302

Control plant pests, diseases and disorders

UNIT CODE :
AHCPMG302

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and assess the effect to plants of plant pests, diseases and disorders and plan and coordinate control measures.
UNIT NAME
Control plant pests, diseases and disorders

UNIT CODE
AHCWRK302

Monitor weather conditions

UNIT CODE :
AHCWRK302

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and interpret weather and climate conditions and assess the likely impact.
UNIT NAME
Monitor weather conditions

UNIT CODE
AHCWRK309

Apply environmentally sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE :
AHCWRK309

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to apply environmentally sustainable work practices.
UNIT NAME
Apply environmentally sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE
TLILIC0003

Licence to operate a forklift truck

UNIT CODE :
TLILIC0003

Unit description :
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to operate a forklift truck safely in accordance with all relevant legislative requirements. Competence in this unit, does not in itself result in a HRWL licence to operate this plant.
UNIT NAME
Licence to operate a forklift truck

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

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CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Nambour	Traineeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Bundaberg	Traineeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Cairns	Traineeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, online or a mix of all these options. Learn more

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Certificate III in Production Horticulture

COURSE CODE: AHC30620

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How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

You must be employed within the Production Horticulture Industry.

To study a traineeship program you must be indentured as a trainee with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide necessary human and physical resources to qualify for a trainee.

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Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Transition statement

Replacement qualification

This qualification has been replaced by AHC30624 Certificate III in Production Horticulture as of 1 May 2024. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 30 April 2025.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

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Certificate III in Production Horticulture

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Practical training

Industry input

Core units

Elective units

Download Brochure

Ask a question

Certificate III in Production Horticulture

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Transition statement

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers