AHC20416 Certificate II in Horticulture
Plant the seed for a successful career
Participants will develop skills and knowledge in caring for nursery plants and food gardens, treating weeds and using horticulture equipment.
This course is part of the Lower fees, local skills initiative. From 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the course fees, capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession, plus resource fees and other fees that may apply to your course.
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Overview
Campus Busselton | Bunbury
When Semester 1, 2025 | All year round | Semester 2, 2024 | Semester 2, 2025
Study Mode Full-Time | Part-Time | Traineeship
This course is for any interested people that want to learn more about gardening and general horticultural practices. Such people may want to commence their own business or seek employment as a nursery hand within established horticultural businesses.
South Regional TAFE is transitioning this qualification to the new training package in 2025. Students will be enrolled into the new units developed to meet current and future industry needs. Fees may vary for courses transitioning to the new training package.
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All year round, 2025
Details
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCARB303 | Perform pruning operations |
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCINF203 | Maintain properties and structures |
| AHCIRG215 | Assist with low volume irrigation operations |
| AHCIRG217 | Assist with pressurised irrigation operations |
| AHCLSC201 | Assist with landscape construction work |
| AHCLSC204 | Lay paving |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCMOM204 | Undertake operational maintenance of machinery |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCNSY201 | Pot up plants |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY203 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCPER215 | Assist with garden soil health and plant nutrition |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCPGD202 | Prepare and maintain plant displays |
| AHCPGD203 | Prune shrubs and small trees |
| AHCPHT306 | Establish horticultural crops |
| AHCTRF204 | Support turf establishment |
| AHCWRK204 | Work effectively in the industry |
| AHCWRK205 | Participate in workplace communications |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MEM18001C | Use hand tools |
| AHCMOM212 | Operate quad bikes |
Details
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCIRG217 | Assist with pressurised irrigation operations |
| AHCLSC204 | Lay paving |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY203 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCNSY204 | Maintain indoor plants |
| AHCPER215 | Assist with garden soil health and plant nutrition |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCPGD203 | Prune shrubs and small trees |
| AHCWRK205 | Participate in workplace communications |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| ICTICT214 | Operate application software packages |
| MEM18001C | Use hand tools |
All year round, 2024
Details
Units
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCARB303 | Perform pruning operations |
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCINF203 | Maintain properties and structures |
| AHCIRG215 | Assist with low volume irrigation operations |
| AHCIRG217 | Assist with pressurised irrigation operations |
| AHCLSC201 | Assist with landscape construction work |
| AHCLSC204 | Lay paving |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCMOM204 | Undertake operational maintenance of machinery |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCNSY201 | Pot up plants |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY203 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCPER215 | Assist with garden soil health and plant nutrition |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCPGD202 | Prepare and maintain plant displays |
| AHCPGD203 | Prune shrubs and small trees |
| AHCPHT306 | Establish horticultural crops |
| AHCTRF204 | Support turf establishment |
| AHCWRK204 | Work effectively in the industry |
| AHCWRK205 | Participate in workplace communications |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MEM18001C | Use hand tools |
| AHCMOM212 | Operate quad bikes |
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $818.10 + Resource fee $282.00 )
(Tuition fee* $242.40 + Resource fee $282.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. 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. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCIRG215 | Assist with low volume irrigation operations |
| AHCLSC201 | Assist with landscape construction work |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY203 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCNSY204 | Maintain indoor plants |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCPGD202 | Prepare and maintain plant displays |
| AHCPGD203 | Prune shrubs and small trees |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $818.10 + Resource fee $282.00 )
(Tuition fee* $242.40 + Resource fee $282.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. 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. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY203 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCNSY204 | Maintain indoor plants |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCPGD203 | Prune shrubs and small trees |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications |
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $818.10 + Resource fee $282.00 )
(Tuition fee* $242.40 + Resource fee $282.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. 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. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY203 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCNSY204 | Maintain indoor plants |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCPGD203 | Prune shrubs and small trees |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications |
Semester 2, 2024
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $818.10 + Resource fee $282.00 )
(Tuition fee* $242.40 + Resource fee $282.00 )
Indicative Fees and Charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. 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. Please view the full list of Fee Disclaimers
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCPCM201 | Recognise plants |
| AHCPMG201 | Treat weeds |
| AHCPMG202 | Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders |
| AHCSOL202 | Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing |
| AHCWHS201 | Participate in work health and safety processes |
Elective
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| AHCCHM201 | Apply chemicals under supervision |
| AHCMOM203 | Operate basic machinery and equipment |
| AHCMOM213 | Operate and maintain chainsaws |
| AHCNSY202 | Care for nursery plants |
| AHCNSY203 | Undertake propagation activities |
| AHCNSY204 | Maintain indoor plants |
| AHCPGD201 | Plant trees and shrubs |
| AHCPGD203 | Prune shrubs and small trees |
| AHCWRK209 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| BSBTEC201 | Use business software applications |