AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture
Gain the practical skills and knowledge to coordinate and supervise operations in your chosen field of horticulture. Be prepared to take on leadership roles within the horticulture industry with the hands-on experience and industry specific software in our state-of-the art facilities.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
Overview
Campus Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)
When Semester 1, 2025 | Semester 2, 2025
How On campus
Step into a leadership role in Horticulture
This course equips you with the advanced skills and knowledge to take the lead in supervising and coordinating operations within the dynamic horticulture industry. Whether you aspire to
- manage a team,
- oversee large-scale landscaping projects, or
- start your own horticulture business,
this qualification provides the expertise needs to make a lasting impact within the horticulture industry.
Throughout the program, you'll be mentored by expert lecturers who will guide you through managing real-world projects, overseeing budgets, and refining essential leadership skills. You’ll develop a strong foundation in plant identification, soil health assessment, and plant establishment, along with specialist techniques such as amenity pruning and creating stunning plant displays that highlight your creativity and design expertise. Additionally, you’ll gain expertise in pest management, including identifying infestations, defining pest problems, and planning effective control measures.
The course also strengthens your ability to write technical reports, equipping you with the communication skills essential for leadership roles in the industry.
NMTAFE has state-of-the-art specialist facilities, including expansive garden spaces for hands-on learning, modern computer labs with industry-specific software, and dedicated nursery areas. Our training environment mirrors current industry standards, ensuring you gain practical experience in a professional setting.
You can gain a dual qualification to enhance your expertise and career opportunities by enrolling in an additional unit to earn a dual qualification, achieving:
✅ Certificate IV in Horticulture and ✅ Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your skillset, increase your job prospects, and take on leadership roles in horticulture, landscaping, and environmental management.
This qualification will allow you to develop a broad range of industry skills and knowledge including:
- Plan a plant establishment program
- Recommend plants and cultural practices
- Cost a project
- Design plant displays
- Sample soils and interpret results
- Control weeds
- Transport handle and store chemicals
- Prepare and apply chemicals
I have the following attributes:
- Enjoy nature and outdoor work that includes working in varied weather conditions outdoors
- Comfortable working in a physical environment
- Fit and enjoy manual labour and physical work
- Able to work as a part of team
- Problem solving skills
Important information
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| AHCPGD404 Plan a plant establishment program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| AHCWHS402 Maintain workplace health and safety processes | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
| AHCWRK410 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $85.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $30.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| AHCPGD404 Plan a plant establishment program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| AHCWHS402 Maintain workplace health and safety processes | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
| AHCWRK410 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $85.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $25.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Semester 2, 2025
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| AHCPGD404 Plan a plant establishment program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| AHCWHS402 Maintain workplace health and safety processes | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
| AHCWRK410 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $85.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $30.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $30.00 |
| AHCPGD404 Plan a plant establishment program | $0.00 | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| AHCWHS402 Maintain workplace health and safety processes | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
| AHCWRK410 Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | $0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
|
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$0.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $85.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $25.00 |
|
|
$0.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
*Fee disclaimers
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.
Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification. If you're a continuing student and have successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in, to complete this course.
Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
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