Landscaper Courses
A Landscaper designs and develops outdoor spaces with plants, paths, and structures, preparing sites for planting and installing features while communicating effectively with clients.
AI Exposure
Low
Core skills such as social intelligence and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Landscaper
Get qualified to work as a Landscaper with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
HLTWHS005
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Half day - 2 weeks
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The HLTWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely provides the skills and knowledge necessary for employees to perform safe handling practices in the healthcare industry. Poor manual handling is a common cause of injury, making it crucial for all healthcare workers to learn safe transfer techniques. This course covers recognising hazardous manual tasks, preparing for them, and completing them safely. It is applicable to all workers involved in manual handling tasks.
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Half day - 2 weeks
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AHC30921
Duration
8 weeks - 4 years
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Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
If you love gardening and the outdoors the AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction qualifies you for work as a landscaper. This nationally recognised certificate is geared toward constructions skills but you’ll also learn how to recognise plants and create plant, tree, and turf gardens. The course covers: drainage systems, paving, brick and block structures, stone features, concreting, retaining walls, roof gardens, irrigation systems, water features, outdoor tiling, and more. Enquire now for t...
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Duration
8 weeks - 4 years
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AHCMOM213
Duration
Half day - 2 days
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The AHCMOM213 Operate and Maintain Chainsaws assesses students' skills in using, maintaining, and safely storing chainsaws according to manufacturer specifications, cutting methods, and environmental impact considerations. The unit of competency covers the safe operation of hand-held chainsaws and their maintenance to ensure operational readiness. It applies to individuals who undertake cross-cutting of fallen timber using safe cutting techniques, adhering to low-risk work procedures and workplace hea...
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Half day - 2 days
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Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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FWPCOT2254
Duration
Half day - 2 days
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The FWPCOT2254 Maintain chainsaws unit provides the knowledge and skills needed to maintain fuel or electrically powered hand-held chainsaws. It covers routine and periodic maintenance services, including chain sharpening. This unit is suitable for individuals working in arboriculture, forestry, horticulture, agriculture, conservation, land management, local government, emergency services, and other related sectors.
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Half day - 2 days
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Blended, On Campus
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How much does a Landscaper earn?
In Australia, a full time Landscaper generally earns $1,350 per week ($70,200 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Landscaper?
The number of people working in this industry has increased in recent years. There are currently 20,000 people employed as a Landscaper in Australia compared to 18,100 five years ago. Landscapers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Landscaper?
If you’re interested in a career as a Landscaper, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Landscape Construction. This course covers a range of topics including soil improvements, plant establishment and landscaping features such as paving, retaining walls and water features. You may decide to further your studies with a Diploma of Landscape Design.
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Specialise in arboriculture, and play a key role in managing and preserving urban forests and parks for future generations. Education pathways for domestic and international students.
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Learn how to cultivate and nurture the environment, specialising in gardening, landscape design, and plant care. Pathways for domestic and international students.
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Learn to install and manage advanced irrigation systems, acquiring skills crucial for roles in agriculture, sports complexes, and public gardens. Pathways for domestic and international students.
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A Landscaper develops outdoor areas with plants and trees as well as non-living features such as paths and structures. You might create a design for an area and select products such as plants, seating or aesthetic pieces such as sculptures or water features. Landscapers get a site ready for work by levelling land and preparing soil. You might plant trees and shrubs and install pathways, retaining walls, drainage systems and garden furniture.
Landscapers should be creative and enjoy working outdoors. You’ll need to be willing to work in a range of weather conditions and be able to cope with the physical demands of the job. Landscapers may work on their own but are usually part of a larger team. You’ll need to be able to communicate well with clients and understand their requests.
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