VCE VET Horticulture

AHC20422 – Certificate II in Horticulture

Duration:
Two Years

Training Location:
Covenant College

VCE Contribution:
Non-scored

The VCE VET Program Certificate II in Horticulture: underpins a range of work functions and job roles that can lead to a horticultural trade qualification. Employment opportunities may include nursery worker, assistant landscaper, assistant parks or gardens worker.

Recognition within the VCE and VCE VM

This course contributes towards VCE and VCE VM.

Students who receive a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence for the VCE VET Horticulture will be eligible for an increment towards their ATAR (10% of the lowest study score of the primary four studies).

Program Content

The Certificate II in Horticulture consists of 15 units of competency (UOCs) completed over two years.

UOCs may include:

Recognise plants
Treat weeds
Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders
Assist with soil or growing media sampling and testing
Participate in work health and safety processes
Undertake propagation activities
Plant horticultural crops
Plant trees and shrubs
Pot up plants
Operate tractors
Work effectively in the industry
Operate basic machinery and equipment
Undertake operational maintenance of machinery
Apply chemicals under supervision
+ one additional elective

Additional Information

Entry Requirements: Students wishing to study a VET course will need to complete the relevant application form (in addition to completing subject selections). To be considered for a VET course, students are expected to have sound skills in the areas of learning, reading, writing, oral communication and literacy. Students also need to demonstrate a mature approach and commitment to their studies and learning.

Fees: Indicative fees for Certificate II in Horticulture are $800.00 (per year of study) *VET fees are subject to change.

Class Delivery: Classes may be delivered outside of standard School hours.

	*Delivery at Covenant College*
*Year One Delivery*	Wednesday PM (1:30pm – 5:30pm) OR Monday PM (1:30pm – 5:30pm) *times may be subject to change.
*Year Two Delivery*	Wednesday PM (1:30pm – 5:30pm) OR Monday PM (1:30pm – 5:30pm)*times may be subject to change
*Transport*	PM – Transport provided to VET (departing SJC at approximately 1:10pm). Students to make own travel arrangements home at end of session.

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* VET Courses are subject to minimum and maximum student applications and therefore places and course commencement cannot be guaranteed. Where minimum class numbers are not attained and a course does not commence, students may be able to apply at an alternate training provider offering the course. Training Providers may prioritise positions based on applicant year level.