AHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture
Do you have a keen interest in gardening and enjoy working outdoors? Grow a flourishing career in the horticulture industry.
The Certificate III in Horticulture can help set you up for a career as a gardener, landscaper, groundskeeper, irrigation or nursery officer.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.
Overview
Campus Broome | Karratha | Pundulmurra
When Available all year
Study Mode On Campus
Throughout this course, students will learn how to propagate and maintain nursery plants, install and maintain irrigation systems, treat weeds, pests and diseases safely, and use a range of horticultural equipment.
Students will also learn about effective pruning, working safely with chemicals, identifying various plants and improving soil conditions.
Passionate and highly skilled lecturers will guide you through each unit of study and also share their extensive industry experience with prospective students. This course is designed to give you the practical skills and knowledge to work effectively in both the private and public sectors, including local and state governments.
If you already possess some industry experience, this course will broaden and enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Controlling weeds, plant pests, diseases and disorders
- Maintaining nursery plants
- Operating and troubleshooting irrigation systems
- Implementing soil improvements
- Chemical handling and application
This course is suited to you if you:
- Enjoy working outside and being in nature
- Are comfortable being exposed to varied weather conditions
- Enjoy manual labour and physical work
- Have a keen interest in horticulture and land management industry
Select your preferred campus and apply
Available all year, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals | $32.40 | $9.60 | $26.60 |
| AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases | $113.40 | $33.60 | $14.90 |
| AHCIRG346 Operate pressurised irrigation systems | $72.90 | $21.60 | $16.60 |
| AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCPCM308 Identify and select plants | $178.20 | $52.80 | $45.00 |
| AHCPGD309 Perform specialist amenity pruning | $48.60 | $14.40 | $33.20 |
| AHCPMG301 Control weeds | $48.60 | $14.40 | $31.95 |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas | $129.60 | $38.40 | $19.85 |
| AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | $72.90 | $21.60 | $10.75 |
| AHCWRK320 Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $22.05 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $20.70 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $29.95 |
|
|
$129.60 | $38.40 | $29.95 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $20.70 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $37.27 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $14.15 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals | $32.40 | $9.60 | $26.60 |
| AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases | $113.40 | $33.60 | $14.90 |
| AHCIRG346 Operate pressurised irrigation systems | $72.90 | $21.60 | $16.60 |
| AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCPCM308 Identify and select plants | $178.20 | $52.80 | $45.00 |
| AHCPGD309 Perform specialist amenity pruning | $48.60 | $14.40 | $33.20 |
| AHCPMG301 Control weeds | $48.60 | $14.40 | $31.95 |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas | $129.60 | $38.40 | $19.85 |
| AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | $72.90 | $21.60 | $10.75 |
| AHCWRK320 Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $22.05 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $20.70 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $29.95 |
|
|
$129.60 | $38.40 | $29.95 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $20.70 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $37.27 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $14.15 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals | $32.40 | $9.60 | $26.60 |
| AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases | $113.40 | $33.60 | $14.90 |
| AHCIRG346 Operate pressurised irrigation systems | $72.90 | $21.60 | $16.60 |
| AHCMOM304 Operate machinery and equipment | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCPCM308 Identify and select plants | $178.20 | $52.80 | $45.00 |
| AHCPGD309 Perform specialist amenity pruning | $48.60 | $14.40 | $33.20 |
| AHCPMG301 Control weeds | $48.60 | $14.40 | $31.95 |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders | $56.70 | $16.80 | $8.45 |
| AHCSOL304 Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas | $129.60 | $38.40 | $19.85 |
| AHCWHS302 Contribute to workplace health and safety processes | $72.90 | $21.60 | $10.75 |
| AHCWRK320 Apply environmentally sustainable work practices | $89.10 | $26.40 | $22.05 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$81.00 | $24.00 | $20.70 |
|
|
$56.70 | $16.80 | $29.95 |
|
|
$129.60 | $38.40 | $29.95 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $20.70 |
|
|
$48.60 | $14.40 | $37.27 |
|
|
$89.10 | $26.40 | $14.15 |
Our estimated fees are based on:
- Full time study in 2024.
- All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
- For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.
These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.