This course information is valid for the Semester 1 2009 Intake Cycle
| TAFE SA Code | ETZ |
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| National Code | RTF30103 |
| Course Type | Training Package Qualification |
| Industry Group | Primary and Allied Industries |
| Course Group | Horticulture |
| Duration | 12 months Full Time or Part Time equivalent |
| Modules/Units | View Modules/Units |
| Example Career Profile | Nursery Worker |
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Expected Employment Outcome Example
Qualifications in Horticulture cover the necessary knowledge and skills required for employment in this diverse industry. Sectors include general amenity horticulture, landscaping, wholesale and retail nursery, parks, gardens and turf. Employment opportunities include garden maintenance and landscaping businesses, local government, group training companies, wholesale nurseries, garden centres, sports turf organisations and school grounds.
Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.
Application Selection
Award Courses - SATAC application process
- Applications for Semester 1 2009 must be made through the centralised TAFE Admissions system via SATAC (South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre) by the advertised date.
- Applicants can make one application for up to six course preferences.
- Applications for Places Available courses are made direct to the relevant campus and a separate application is required for each course an applicant wants to study.
Campus Delivery Locations, Modes and Codes
| Study Mode |
Study Load | Scheduled | Student Group |
Local Details |
Class Details |
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| Pt Lincoln - SATAC Code: 624313 - Apply Now | ||||||
| r | On & Off Campus | Full Time & Part Time | Day Only | Award | TBA | TBA |
| Renmark - SATAC Code: 648014 - Apply Now | ||||||
| On & Off Campus | Part Time | Day Only | Award | TBA | TBA | |
| Roseworthy - SATAC Code: 691309 - Apply Now | ||||||
| On Campus | Part Time | Day & Evening | Award | TBA | TBA | |
| TAFE SA External Regional - SATAC Code: 697039 - Apply Now | ||||||
| @ | External | Full Time & Part Time | Award | TBA | TBA | |
| Urrbrae - SATAC Code: 693001 - Apply Now | ||||||
| # | On Campus | Part Time | Day & Evening | Award | TBA | TBA |
| Urrbrae - SATAC Code: 693002 - Apply Now | ||||||
| # | On Campus | Full Time | Day Only | Award | TBA | TBA |
| # | Turf and Landscaping streams offered at Urrbrae Campus | |||||
| @ | For further course information please contact Port Lincoln Campus on 8688 3687. | |||||
| r | This course is offered by monthly workshops and some external study. All streams offered. | |||||
Course Notes
| Where more applications are received than places are available, selection criteria will be applied as listed at www.tafe.sa.edu.au/selectionguide |
Skills Covered
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Certificate III in Horticulture
This certificate will develop skills and knowledge in carrying out OH&S procedures; providing information on plants; controlling weeds, pests and diseases; chemical use; installing and operating irrigation systems; plant nutrition; plant establishment; landscape construction and maintenance; sports turf construction and maintenance; specialist pruning, propagation and maintenance of nursery plants; machinery and equipment operation and maintenance.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Award Courses - SATAC application process
Any one of:- Satisfactory completion of SACE Stage 1 (or equivalent)
- Any Certificate II
- Satisfactory achievement in the TAFE SA Assessment of Basic Skills (TABS)
- 1 year full time equivalent work experience in any area
Exit Qualifications
| TAFESA Code |
National Code |
Qualification | Estimated time to complete |
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| ETZ | RTF30103 | Certificate III in Horticulture | 12 months Full Time or Part Time equivalent |
Qualification/Certification
Successful completion of this course provides you with the Certificate III in Horticulture. Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency within this Qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment.
Fees
Charges vary between courses and subjects and are based on a rate per hour. Concessions may be available to holders of certain government concession cards, and in some circumstances fees may be paid by instalment. A brochure detailing the refund of fees policy is available at each campus. The standard TAFE SA fee for State Government-subsidised courses undertaken by students enrolled in two consecutive semesters is capped at $2050 in 2009. This fee cap does not apply to all courses.
Students are generally expected to purchase their own textbooks, personal equipment, uniforms and stationery.
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For further information about all TAFE SA Courses, phone 1800 882 661 or email tafeinfo@saugov.sa.gov.au
This Semester 1 2009 information was last modified : 22/10/2007 11:55:47 AM
The fees listed are subject to change at any time and do not commit the Institute to charging the fees indicated.
The information was accurate at the time of publication. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary.
