AHCSS00068
Production Horticulture Technology
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Qualification Description
The AHCSS00068 Certificate III in Horticulture is aimed at giving you the fundamental horticulture skills and knowledge required to use technology in the production horticulture industry.
Subsidised under SkillingSA an SA Government Initiative. Eligibility and subsidy criteria apply, please visit www.skills.sa.gov.au

Qualification Description
N/A
Important Information
Duration
The course will be delivered in 8 weeks.
The scheduled contact study per week is 20 hours per week – 2.5 Days
Intake Dates
Monthly
AQF Level
N/A
Pre-requisites
Nil
Mode of Delivery
Face to Face
Location of Delivery
Classroom site:
- Ironwood Institute: Level 3, 112-118 Rundle Mall, Adelaide SA 5000
Practical site:
- Adelaide City Council Nursery:
War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide SA 5006 - Adelaide City Council: Veale Gardens, South Terrace, Adelaide
- Adelaide Botanic Gardens:
Hackney Road, Adelaide, SA 5000 - St Laurence Priory:
134 Buxton Street, North Adelaide, SA 5006
The Institute does not provide transportation to sites and it is student’s responsibility to get there on time on practical training days either on bus or at their own transport medium.
Entry Requirements
Ironwood has a minimum level of requirements that students need to meet to enrol in a course(s)
- All students need to be 18 years of age at time of commencement.
- Satisfactory reading, writing, and numeracy skills. If you wish to access subsidised training, you will need to complete the CORE Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) along with an Upfront Assessment of Needs to ascertain if you are suitable to undertake the training.
If you have a verified disability/medical condition and require additional support please contact Ironwood Admissions or call 08 8227 0300 before applying to discuss your needs. To be eligible for support you must provide medical documentation to verify your disability/medical condition.
Material and Equipment Required
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is compulsory for this course. Following are the PPE items:
- Safety boots
- Broad-brimmed hat
- Gloves
- High visibility vest
Students can purchase through Ironwood Institute at the cost of AUD 250.00 or can make the items available at their own cost before course commencement.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No occupational licensing, legislative, or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Course Type

Course Structure
- Total Units 4
- Core Units 0
- Elective Units 0
Use Hand-Held E-Business Tools (Core)
Operate Specialised Machinery and Equipment (Core)
Operate Precision Control Technology (Core)
Use Business Software Applications (Core)
N/A (Elective)
N/A (Elective)
N/A (Elective)
For further details about each unit of competency please refer to AHCSS00068 Production Horticulture Technology Skill Set
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods include but are not limited to:
- Role Plays
- Observation/Demonstration of Practical Skills
- Case Studies
- Written Reports
- Presentations
- Interview/Oral questions
- Written Tests
Qualification
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded AHCSS00068 Production Horticulture Technology Skill Set. Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency within this Skill Set will receive a Statement of Attainment. (By enrolling in this course, Ironwood Institute does not guarantee a learner will successfully complete and receive the Award).
Qualification Pathways
Certificate III in Landscape Construction, Certificate III in Arboriculture, Certificate IV in Horticulture, Certificate IV in Sports Turf Management, Certificate IV in Parks and Gardens, Certificate IV in Production Nursery, Diploma of Horticulture.
Work-based Training
Not applicable
Employment Opportunities
Job roles and titles vary across different industry sectors. For those with appropriate work experience, knowledge, and skills gained from this Certificate III can help the candidate to take on the following roles which include but not limited to:
- Horticulturist
- Community Facilities Landscape Assistant
- Nurseries, Parks and Gardens Team Member
(Ironwood Institute does not guarantee an employment outcome, licence, or accreditation at the completion of this qualification).
Work Placement
Not applicable
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Fees
The cost of a course varies according to eligibility for government subsidies and the type of study. Government subsidies are available to residents of South Australia. Students who are not eligible for any subsidies will pay the full fee rate.
Student Category | Enrolment Admission (AUD) | PPE (AUD) | Tuition (AUD) | Total (AUD) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Subsidised * | $500 | $250 | $550 | $1,300 |
Subsidised & Concession ** | $500 | $250 | $150 | $900 |
Standard | $500 | $250 | $5,000 | $5,750 |
* South Australian Residences and visa status applies
** Eligible Commonwealth Concession Card Holder
Please check your eligibility for subsidises at https://mytraining.skills.sa.gov.au/training/get-started/check-eligibility
Why Study Horticulture in Adelaide, South Australia
Recognised for its excellence in environmentally clean, safe, and advanced production making Adelaide a key horticulture destination. Ironwood’s horticulture program allows our students to gain the skills and knowledge to become job ready in all sorts of horticultural positions.
- South Australia is a major producer of premium horticulture.
- Technologically advanced and sustainable horticulture is a key focus in South Australia.
- Number one in protected cropping in Australia, with more than 700 hectares of greenhouses with a high number of professional, vertically integrated businesses across the supply chain
- Australia’s number one producer of onions and potatoes
- Home to Australia’s National Almond Centre of Excellence
- Home to the world-leading national Sterile Insect Technology facility
- The Northern Adelaide Plains (NAP) is a key horticulture region of South Australia that lies immediately north of the Adelaide metropolitan area. The NAP produces approximately 198,000 tonnes of fresh produce, generating around 20% of the state’s horticulture production by volume and 33% by value, with a farm gate value of $317 million. The area is renowned for growing premium quality vegetables including tomatoes, cucumbers, capsicums, onions and potatoes. The region employs almost half of SA’s vegetable industry workers including job roles involving :
- broad-acre field vegetable cropping
- tree orchards
- high-technology climate controlled hydroponic systems and
- medium and low-technology poly and shade houses.
For more information visit https://www.northernadelaideplains.com.au/about

Adelaide is Australia’s 1st National Park City and the 2nd globally after London.
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