AHC31116 | CERTIFICATE III IN PRODUCTION NURSERY
CRICOS Course Code:
092548B (VIC)
Course Duration:
52 Weeks
Study Mode:
National Students:
Classroom face to face
Online – Moodle – for persons employed in the industry
Distance – for persons employed in the industry
Apprenticeship
VET in Schools
International Students:
Classroom face to face only (20 hours per week).
Unit & Assessment Information:
Completion of sixteen (16) selected units below.
| Unit | Assessment |
| AHCPMG302 Control plant pests, diseases and disorders |
Assessment 1: Tasks Assessment 2: Worksite base report Assessment 3: Practical activity / Simulated workplace exercise Assessment item 4: Quiz / Examination |
| AHCWRK303 Respond to emergencies |
Assessment item 1: Written task Assessment item 2: First aid Case Study Scenarios |
| AHCCHM307 Prepare and apply chemicals to control pest, weeds and diseases | Assessment item 1: Practical assessment (calibration exercise) – (must achieve a result of 100%)
Assessment item 2: Work / short answer questions Assessment item 3: Label and SDS Reading exercise (Must achieve a results of 100%) |
| AHCNSY306 Implement a propagation plan | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCBIO305 Apply biosecurity measures | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCWRK305 Coordinate work site activities | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCIRG306 Troubleshoot irrigation systems | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCWHS301 Contribute to work health and safety processes |
Assignment 1 – A&B Written Task Assignment 2 A – Written Task Assignment 2 – B Written Task Assessment 3 – Written Examination |
| AHCNSY301 Maintain nursery plants | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCPCM301 Implement a plant nutrition program | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCSOL401 Sample soils and interpret results | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCPMG301 Control weeds | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCCHM304 Transport and store chemicals | Assessment item 1: Practical assessment (calibration exercise) – (must achieve a result of 100%)
Assessment item 2: Work / short answer questions Assessment item 3: Label and SDS Reading exercise (Must achieve a results of 100%) |
| AHCPCM302 Provide information on plants and their culture | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
| AHCBER301 Work effectively in an emergency disease or plant pest response | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments)
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| AHCSOL301 Prepare growing media | Activity / Learning Guide (this includes practical assessments) |
Classifications
ANZSCO 362411 Nurseryperson
Entry requirements
| Age: | 16 plus |
| English Proficiency Requirement: | all students must complete a Language Literacy & Numeracy Assessment, assessed by the Language Studies Department. |
| Academic Requirement: | Completion of equivalent to certificate II or higher or Year 10 equivalent completed or an interest in horticultural studies or currently employed in the Horticulture Industry, with at least 12 months equivalent employment or a genuine interest in commencing a career in horticulture. |
Tuition Costs
Please see fee schedule from relevant National or International Student page
