Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
Course details
Overview
Certificate III Parks and Gardens provides you with the skills for trade level roles in the parks and gardens industry including gardener, greenkeeper and groundsperson.
Careers
This qualification can lead to roles in the parks and gardens industry including gardener, greenkeeper and groundsperson.
Pathways
This qualification can lead to further studies at a Certificate IV in Horticulture or other Horticulture industry specific qualifications at Certificate IV levels.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to undertake a Pre-Training Review to help confirm the course is suitable. Applicants enrolling as an Apprentice/Trainee must have a registered training contract. Students will require a computer to complete some online learning, students may use their own computers or use those available at the SMART Farm.
Units & Assessment
Core Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| AHCIRG346 | Operate pressurised irrigation systems | 50 | $30.00 |
| AHCMOM304 | Operate machinery and equipment | 40 | $30.00 |
| AHCPCM306 | Provide information on plants and their culture | 70 | $30.00 |
| AHCPGD307 | Implement a plant establishment program | 80 | $30.00 |
| AHCPGD309 | Perform specialist amenity pruning | 65 | $30.00 |
| AHCPGD310 | Implement a landscape maintenance program | 100 | $30.00 |
| AHCPMG301 | Control weeds | 70 | $30.00 |
| AHCPMG302 | Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | 80 | $30.00 |
| AHCSOL304 | Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas | 60 | $30.00 |
| AHCTRF309 | Implement a grassed area maintenance program | 60 | $30.00 |
| AHCWHS302 | Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | 50 | $35.00 |
Elective Units
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| AHCCHM304 | Transport and store chemicals | 50 | $30.00 |
| AHCCHM307 | Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases | 70 | $30.00 |
| AHCIRG338 | Troubleshoot irrigation systems | 50 | $30.00 |
| AHCIRG345 | Install pressurised irrigation systems | 70 | $30.00 |
| AHCMOM216 | Operate side by side utility vehicles | 50 | $30.00 |
| AHCPCM303 | Identify plant specimens | 80 | $30.00 |
Your particular units of study will be determined from the core and elective units required for this qualification.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
RPL is a formal assessment process that recognises relevant skills and knowledge you have already gained through previous training, work and life experiences. Contact the Institute today to discuss your options for RPL.
Course Fees
| 2026 | |
| Government Subsidised | $4,893 |
| Concession | $485 |
| Apprenticeship | $4,175 |
| Apprenticeship Concession | $485 |
| Self-Funded | $6,123 |
Average total fees include designated materials and will vary according to your specific unit choices and other factors.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
For information on refunds in relation to withdrawals, transfers and cancellations refer to the following policies and procedures.
Refund of Course Fees Policy
Student Withdrawal and Refund of Course Fees Procedure
Please visit our Fees and Charges page for more information.
Course Intakes
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2026 February | SMART Farm | Full Time, Classroom, Full Year, Apprentice |
