AHC20422

Certificate II in Horticulture

Introduction

Cultivating growth and nourishing life; horticulture in full bloom down under.

Horticulture plays a crucial role in Australia’s agriculture and economy. It encompasses the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, nuts and ornamental plants. Australia’s diverse climate and vast land provide ideal conditions for a wide range of horticultural activities.

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Overview

The AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture will deliver entry-level practical skills and knowledge in understanding and caring for a variety of plants, trees and shrubs, the characteristics of different types of flora and how to recognise and treat plant pests and diseases.

This certificate reflects the role of new horticultural workers or nursery assistants. Workers will undertake routine tasks under supervision.

Your training will focus on:

How to recognise a variety of plants
How to operate basic machinery and equipment
Recognising weeds and how to treat them
Understanding soil properties
Understanding environmentally sustainable work practices

Delivery mode

AST auspices this qualification to secondary schools so their teachers can deliver it to secondary school students as part of their VET studies.

Job roles

Occupational titles may include:

Nursery Assistant
Gardener

Assessment

Assessment may consist of

written answers to questions
role plays
holistic assessment

Evidence may be

written
audio recordings
video recordings
observation
Zoom recording
interview
documents

Entry Requirements

All students will engage in a language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy (LLND) activity to evaluate potential support requirements.

Units

The AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture consists of 15 units:

8 core units
7 elective units

Elective units will vary depending on consultation with industry.

Core units include:

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

Fees

This qualification is offered to secondary schools on a fee-for-service basis, where a fee is charged for each individual student’s enrolment.

Please contact us for the current year’s auspicing fees.

Duration

Thoroughly enjoyed completing my cert 3 and 4 in disability with AST, and am now working in a very rewarding career.

Course Participant Joanne

I wanted a change of careers and AST went above and beyond to find a course that suited my needs, the enrolment process was a breeze and I was supported through the process. Starting a course as an adult was very nerve racking, but the trainer I had ensured every single students needs were met and catered his teaching style to suit their needs, a very inclusive organisation and a very safe environment to be in.

Course participant Angie

I never had any problems communication with my trainer and they were always helpful and supportive! Thank you for believing in me but most importantly helping me believe in myself!

Course participant Crystall

I would highly recommend AST and if I decide to do more study I will definitely be using AST.

Course Participant Heidi

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