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 HSA (Parks & Gardens)
RTF30703 Certificate III in Horticulture (Parks & Gardens)
CRICOS Code: 063811K
Duration: 1 year (52 wks)
Note: the duration time stated is the maximum timeframe to complete the program and is stated on the student’s CoE. Students can apply to extend their period of study ONLY if it is clear that the student will not complete the course within the expected duration as notified by the student’s CoE as the result of :
compassionate or compelling circumstances (e.g. illness where a medical certificate states that the student was unable to attend classes or where the registered provider (HSA) was unable to offer a pre-requisite unit
OR
the registered provider (HSA) implementing it’s intervention strategy for students who were at risk of not meeting satisfactory course progress
OR
an approved deferment or suspensionof study has been granted under Standard 13 of the ESOS National Code.
Mode:
Full-time basis (approximately 20 hours per week).
A total of 16 units of competency must be completed
• Select 7 units from Group A below (including the 4 designated compulsory units)
• Select 6 additional units from Group A and/or B below
• Select 3 additional units from Group A, B and/or C below
Units should be selected from Group A and Group B in accordance with local work undertaken and local industry advice.
GROUP A (*units in italics are compulsory)
RTC3016A Provide information on plants and their culture*
RTC3401A Control weeds
RTC3404A Control plant pests, diseases and disorders
RTC3701A Respond to emergencies
RTC3704A Prepare and apply chemicals
RTC3805A Co-ordinate work site activities*
RTE3713A Carry out workplace OHS procedures*
RTE3714A Maintain and monitor environmental work practices
RTF3004A Implement a grassed area maintenance program
RTF3011A Implement a plant establishment program
RTF3012A Implement a plant nutrition program
RTF3015A Implement a tree maintenance program
RTF3028A Perform specialist amenity pruning
RTF3036A Plan and establish plant displays
RTF3207A Implement a landscape maintenance program
RTF3503A Sample soils and analyse results*
GROUP B
BSBEBUS302A Use and maintain electronic mail system
RTC3201A Conduct operational inspection of park facilities
RTC3211A Implement a maintenance program for an aquatic environment
RTC3310A Operate specialised machinery and equipment
RTC3705A Transport, handle and store chemicals
RTD3034A Implement revegetation works
RTE3605A Troubleshoot irrigation systems
RTE3611A Operate pressurised irrigation systems
RTE3907A Use hand held e-business tools
RTF3010A Establish turf
Note: Units offered will be selected by the college and based on identified training and industry needs.
GROUP C
This group includes other units of competency from RTD02 Conservation and Land Management, RTE03 Rural Production, RTF03 Amenity Horticulture and/or other endorsed Training Packages.
Units selected must be aligned to Certificate II, III or IV outcomes. These units must be relevant to work undertaken in the rural sector.
QUALIFICATION RULES
For a Certificate III in Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) at least 12 of the units of competency presented for this qualification must relate to parks and gardens work procedures, activities or contexts. In addition, at least 12 of the units selected to make up this qualification must be aligned clearly to Certificate III outcomes.
Classification
ASCO 4623-11 General Gardener
ASCED4 0503 Horticulture and Viticulture
ANZSIC 0219 Services to Agriculture n.e.c.
ANZSCO 362211 Gardener (General)
Entry requirements
- Age - 18 years and over for all students.
English Proficiency Requirement
Domestic Students (Australian Permanent Residents and New Zealand Citizens):
- Must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
International Students:
- Student visa a granted based on country assessment level hence this will dictate the level of English proficiency and type of English proficiency test you will need to have done to secure a student visa and also gain entry into this program.
All students must complete a language and numeracy assessment assessed by the Language Studies Department at HSA, this is always done prior to commencement of your course. Students are encouraged to have completed an IELTS although this is not a mandatory requirement enrolment with HSA.
- Assessment Level 1: HSA English proficiency test if none specified by the department of immigration during your visa application
- Assessment Level 2: HSA English proficiency test if none specified by the department of immigration during your visa application
- Assessment Level 3: IELTS 5.5 Overall Band Score, if IELTS 4.5 student must do 24 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course. If IELTS 5.0 student must do 12 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course
- Assessment Level 4 - IELTS 5.5 Overall Band Score, if IELTS 5.0 student must do 12 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course
Academic Requirement (for all students) Candidates will be eligible to enter the course if they meet the following admission criteria:
- Equivalent to Australian Year 10 general schooling or 2 years work experience in horticultural related field.
OR
RTF40703 Certificate IV in Horticulture (Parks & Gardens)
CRICOS Code: 063810M
Duration: 1 year (52 wks)
Note: the duration time stated is the maximum timeframe to complete the program and is stated on the student’s CoE. Students can apply to extend their period of study ONLY if it is clear that the student will not complete the course within the expected duration as notified by the student’s CoE as the result of :
compassionate or compelling circumstances (e.g. illness where a medical certificate states that the student was unable to attend classes or where the registered provider (HSA) was unable to offer a pre-requisite unit
OR
the registered provider (HSA) implementing it’s intervention strategy for students who were at risk of not meeting satisfactory course progress
OR
an approved deferment or suspension of study has been granted under Standard 13 of the ESOS National Code.
Mode:
Full-time basis (approximately 20 hours per week). A total of 12 units of competency must be completed
• Select 5 units from Group A below
• Select 5 additional units from Group A and/or B below
• Select 2 additional units from Group A, B and/or C below
Units should be selected from Group A and Group B in accordance with local work undertaken and local industry advice.
GROUP A
BSBCMN413A Implement and monitor environmental policies
RTC4024A Recommend plants and cultural practices
RTC4306A Supervise maintenance of machinery and equipment
RTC4701A Implement and monitor the enterprise OHS program
RTC4702A Minimise risks in the use of chemicals
RTC4703A Plan and implement a chemical use program
RTC4905A Cost a project
RTC4908A Supervise work routines and staff performance
RTC4911A Operate within a budget framework
RTF4023A Promote plant health
RTF4514A Develop soil survey maps
GROUP B
BSBCMN405A Analyse and present research information
BSZ404A Train small groups
RTC4206A Supervise landscape project works
RTD4020A Plan the implementation of revegetation works
RTD4510A Supervise natural area restoration works
RTD4811A Provide information on environmental issues and policies
RTD4910A Report on a project
RTE4606A Supervise on-site irrigation installation and construction work
RTE4609A Implement, monitor and adjust irrigation schedule
RTE4812A Co-ordinate customer service and networking activities
RTE4915A Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures
RTF4001A Design plant displays
RTF4003A Plan a plant establishment program
RTF4004A Develop a plant nutrition program
RTF4006A Plan a tree pruning program
TDTR298B Source goods/services and evaluate contractors
Note: Units offered will be selected by the college and based on identified training and industry needs.
GROUP C
This group includes other units of competency from RTD02 Conservation and Land Management, RTE03 Rural Production, RTF03 Amenity Horticulture and/or other endorsed Training Packages.
Units selected must be aligned to Certificate III, IV or Diploma outcomes. These units must be relevant to work undertaken in the rural sector.
QUALIFICATION RULES
For a Certificate IV in Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) at least 10 of the units of competency presented for this qualification must relate to parks and gardens work procedures, activities or contexts. In addition, at least 10 of the units selected to make up this qualification must be aligned clearly to Certificate IV.
Classification
ASCO 4623-01 Head Gardener
ASCED4 0503 Horticulture and Viticulture
ANZSIC 0219 Services to Agriculture n.e.c.
ANZSCO 362211 Gardener (General)
Entry requirements
- Age - 18 years and over for all students.
English Proficiency Requirement
Domestic Students (Australian Permanent Residents and New Zealand Citizens):
- Must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
International Students:
- Student visa a granted based on country assessment level hence this will dictate the level of English proficiency and type of English proficiency test you will need to have done to secure a student visa and also gain entry into this program.
All students must complete a language and numeracy assessment assessed by the Language Studies Department at HSA, this is always done prior to commencement of your course. Students are encouraged to have completed an IELTS although this is not a mandatory requirement enrolment with HSA.
- Assessment Level 1: HSA English proficiency test if none specified by the department of immigration during your visa application
- Assessment Level 2: HSA English proficiency test if none specified by the department of immigration during your visa application
- Assessment Level 3: IELTS 5.5 Overall Band Score, if IELTS 4.5 student must do 24 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course. If IELTS 5.0 student must do 12 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course
- Assessment Level 4 - IELTS 5.5 Overall Band Score, if IELTS 5.0 student must do 12 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course
Academic Requirement (for all students) Candidates will be eligible to enter the course if they meet the following admission criteria:
- Equivalent to Australian Year 10 general schooling or 2 years work experience in horticultural related field.
OR
RTF50703 Diploma of Horticulture (Parks & Gardens)
CRICOS Code: 065553G
Duration: 2 years (104 wks)
Note: the duration time stated is the maximum timeframe to complete the program and is stated on the student’s CoE. Students can apply to extend their period of study ONLY if it is clear that the student will not complete the course within the expected duration as notified by the student’s CoE as the result of :
compassionate or compelling circumstances (e.g. illness where a medical certificate states that the student was unable to attend classes or where the registered provider (HSA) was unable to offer a pre-requisite unit
OR
the registered provider (HSA) implementing it’s intervention strategy for students who were at risk of not meeting satisfactory course progress
OR
an approved deferment or suspension of study has been granted under Standard 13 of the ESOS National Code.
Mode:
Full-time basis (approximately 20 hours per week).
A total of 10 units of competency must be completed
• Select 4 units from Group A below
• Select 4 units from Group A and/or B below
• Select 2 additional units from Group B and/or C below
Units should be selected from Group A and Group B in accordance with local work undertaken and local industry advice.
GROUP A
BSBMGT503A Prepare budgets and financial plans
BSBMGT609A Manage risk
BSBSBM405A Monitor and manage business operations
RTC5520A Manage parks and reserves
RTC5701A Establish and maintain the enterprise OHS program
RTC5702A Develop and manage a chemical use strategy
RTC5801A Provide specialist advice to clients
RTC5914A Prepare reports
RTE5807A Manage staff
GROUP B
BSBEBUS504A Implement an e business strategy
BSBEBUS505A Implement new technologies for business
BSBMGT507A Manage environmental performance
RTC5201A Conduct comprehensive inspection of park facilities
RTC5504A Develop a management plan for a designated area
RTC5908A Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders
RTC5913A Collect and manage data
RTE5304A Implement a machinery management system
RTE5902A Develop and review a business plan
RTE5903A Plan implement and review a quality assurance program
RTE5920A Negotiate and monitor contracts/commercial agreements
RTF5004A Manage landscape projects
RTF5009A Plan the restoration of parks and gardens
RTF5010A Prepare a landscape project design
RTF5013A Manage plant cultural practices for amenity horticulture
RTF5506A Develop and manage a streetscape management plan
SRXIND005A Promote compliance with laws and legal principles
SRXRES007A Undertake open space planning
SRXRES010A Protect heritage and cultural assets
Note: Units offered will be selected by the college and based on identified training and industry needs.
GROUP C
This group includes other units of competency from RTD02 Conservation and Land Management, RTE03 Rural Production, RTF03 Amenity Horticulture and/or other endorsed Training Packages.
Units selected must be aligned to Certificate III, IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma outcomes. These units must be relevant to work undertaken in the rural sector.
QUALIFICATION RULES
For a Diploma of Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) at least 8 of the units of competency presented for this qualification must relate to parks and gardens work procedures, activities or contexts. In addition, at least 8 of the units selected to make up this qualification must be aligned clearly to Diploma outcomes.
Classification
ASCO 3112-79 Science Technical Officers nec
ASCED4 0503 Horticulture and Viticulture
ANZSIC 0219 Services to Agriculture n.e.c.
ANZSCO 362211 Gardener (General)
Entry requirements
- Age - 18 years and over for all students.
English Proficiency Requirement
Domestic Students (Australian Permanent Residents and New Zealand Citizens):
- Must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department.
International Students:
- Student visa a granted based on country assessment level hence this will dictate the level of English proficiency and type of English proficiency test you will need to have done to secure a student visa and also gain entry into this program.
All students must complete a language and numeracy assessment assessed by the Language Studies Department at HSA, this is always done prior to commencement of your course. Students are encouraged to have completed an IELTS although this is not a mandatory requirement enrolment with HSA.
- Assessment Level 1: HSA English proficiency test if none specified by the department of immigration during your visa application
- Assessment Level 2: HSA English proficiency test if none specified by the department of immigration during your visa application
- Assessment Level 3: IELTS 5.5 Overall Band Score, if IELTS 4.5 student must do 24 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course. If IELTS 5.0 student must do 12 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course
- Assessment Level 4 - IELTS 5.5 Overall Band Score, if IELTS 5.0 student must do 12 weeks of ELICOS prior to commencement of this course
Academic Requirement (for all students) Candidates will be eligible to enter the course if they meet the following admission criteria:
- Equivalent to Australian Year 10 general schooling or 2 years work experience in horticultural related field.
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