Certificate III in Landscape Construction

Follow your passion and prepare for a rewarding career in landscape construction

Course code

AHC30921

Delivery location

Cranbourne, Mornington Peninsula

International

Not available for International students

Length

Part Time, 3 years.

Start dates

6 February, 9 May, July, August, September, October

• Timetable

  One day per week. 8.30am-4pm
  
  Days per week: 1
  Hours per day: 7
  Hours of self-directed learning or practice per week: 3.

• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations
  AHCLSC312	Construct brick and block structures and features
  AHCLSC317	Construct landscape features using concrete
  AHCLSC313	Construct stone structures and features, and install stone cladding
  AHCBUS407	Cost a project
  AHCLSC318	Erect timber structures and features
  AHCLSC316	Implement a paving project
  AHCPGD307	Implement a plant establishment program
  AHCLSC319	Implement a retaining wall project
  AHCSOL304	Implement soil improvements for garden and turf areas
  AHCPGD310	Implement a landscape maintenance program
  AHCDRG305	Install drainage systems
  AHCLSC311	Set out site for construction works
  AHCMOM310	Operate land-forming machinery and equipment
  AHCPCM306	Provide information on plants and their culture
  CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  CPCCBL2002	Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment

• Assessment methods

  • Observation
  • Questioning
  • Project
  • Portfolio.

• Admission requirements

  You must have a Registered Training Agreement with your employer.

  Inherent requirements

  Physical:
  • You will spending time in an outdoor environment performing landscape construction, maintenance and development tasks. Hot, cold, windy and rainy weather should be expected.
  • Where appropriate tasks will be undertaken on benches.
  • A moderate level of physical fitness is required including the ability to stand for long periods, and to be able to squat and kneel at ground level and to use physically demanding tools and equipment.
  • You will be required to safely perform manual handling tasks including but not limited to: using shovels, wheelbarrows, moving materials such as soil, timber, rocks and paving materials. Applicants will be required to safely use equipment such as hand tools, power tools, plant and machinery.
  
  Digital literacy:
  You are also required to have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and email.

  Language, literacy and numeracy

  You are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills test before course commencement. This will determine course suitability and if you may need additional support.
  
  We use an approved online skills review tool to determine your language, literacy and numeracy skills within the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).
  
  Below are the levels required for this course:

  Language and literacy: exit level 2 - working level 3
  Numeracy: exit level 2 - working level 3

• Practical placement

  There are no practical placement requirements for this course.

• Simulated work environment

  You will gain hands-on experience by learning in our nurseries, landscape construction areas, potting she and wetlands.

• Course and career pathways

  Nationally recognised training	Certificate III in Landscape Construction
  Possible job outcome	landscape designer landscape construction supervisor landscape gardener

• Fees

  Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

  Fees

  Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
  Concession	$1,170	ConcessionAmount
  Government subsidised	$5,850	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
  Full fee paying	$22,815	FullfeeAmount
  Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
  Materials	$955	MaterialFeeAmount
  And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135	studentservicefeewithConcession
  Student services - no concession (annual)	$270	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

  Total fees  

  *Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
  **You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

• Help with fees

  Apprentices

  Payment plans

  At Chisholm, you can spread your course costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships.

  Government-subsidised training

  Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding. See eligibility requirements for government-subsidised training.

  Other financial assistance available for apprentices

  As an apprentice you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with the costs of undertaking an apprenticeship. Read more about financial assistance for apprentices.

  Employers

  As an employer of an Australian Apprentice, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government to help with hiring, training and retaining an apprentice. Find out more about your eligibility for financial assistance

• Skills recognition

  Your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

  Find out about skills recognition and RPL for certificate to advanced diploma courses.

  Find out about advanced standing for graduate certificate, graduate diploma and bachelor degree courses.