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AHC31124
Nurture your green thumb into a rewarding career with real-world nursery skills and hands-on experience.
Step into a growing industry with the skills and knowledge to support leading nurseries and florists. This nationally recognised qualification is ideal for individuals looking to work in nursery production, handling flowers, shrubs, and vegetables in both wholesale and retail environments.
This course prepares you for trade-level roles where you’ll work under broad supervision and perform tasks independently. You’ll gain hands-on experience in planning and carrying out nursery operations, operating and maintaining equipment, coordinating resources, and applying workplace health, safety, and environmental regulations.
According to the Australian Government’s Job Outlook service, employment opportunities for nursery workers have grown strongly and are expected to continue rising, with around 3,000 new job openings projected over the next five years.
Whether you're looking to formalise your skills or take the next step in your horticulture career, this qualification will equip you with the practical expertise and industry insight to succeed.
AHC31124 Certificate III in Nursery Operations
The Queensland government is supporting young Queenslanders up to the age of 25 by providing access to fully subsidised training across a range of priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications. Learn more>
Working with nurseries across Queensland we have created a learning program focused on up-to-date specialised skills and knowledge. This ensures you learn the latest in sustainable practices, new plant nutrition methods, business logistics and more.
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.
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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.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Learn moreThis may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Learn moreYou will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.
The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 3 in English, 3 in Maths and 2 in Digital Technology.Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.
Read the Skills Check FAQs.
To study an apprenticeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.
Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.
Find out more on how to become an apprentice or trainee
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.
You will also be required to have access to and bring to class:
You may also be required to have access to an 8m retractable tape measure and calculator for select units.
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.
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.
Learn more about University Pathways
If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, 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.
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
