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About the course
Certificate II in Horticulture is an entry-level qualification that builds foundational knowledge for working with plants and basic horticulture tasks. You’ll develop practical skills such as identifying plants, treating weeds, assisting with landscape construction activities, and propagating plants, supported by industry-experienced trainers. The course prepares you for work and provides a pathway into further study in horticulture at Certificate level. The programme develops laboratory safety, sample handling, and basic analytical techniques for technical roles.
Career outcome
Graduates can seek entry-level work across gardens and nursery environments, supporting routine plant care and grounds tasks under supervision. Typical roles include horticultural assistant, garden labourer and nursery labourer, with opportunities to build experience in plant identification, weed control, propagation and basic landscape support work. This Certificate II qualification provides a starting point for further training and progression within the horticulture industry. Preparing graduates for laboratory assistant, quality control, and science technician roles, or degree articulation.
Living Costs in Gold Coast**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310 |
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