Horticulture Courses in Townsville
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AHCSS00074
Duration
Half day - 3 days
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Do you work with agricultural chemicals and need the skills to handle, transport, and store them safely? How about the AHCSS00074 Agricultural Chemical Skill Set? It’s a group of nationally recognised short courses that cover the essential aspects of agricultural chemical usage and safety. Competencies include: identifying pests and weeds then determining chemical requirements, identifying different chemicals and assessing their hazards, preparing chemical mixes in accordance with label instructions, safe...
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Duration
Half day - 3 days
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Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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AHCPMG304
The AHCPMG304 Use Firearms to Humanely Destroy Animals describes the skills and knowledge required to humanely destroy animals using firearms. It covers shooting techniques conducted on foot or with various vehicles, depending on the animal type and mobility. This does not apply to using firearms from aircraft. It is intended for individuals with a valid firearms licence, who work under broad direction, take responsibility for their own work, and exercise discretion and judgement in resource allocation an...
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AHC30820
Duration
18 months - 20 months
Study mode
On Campus, Traineeship
The AHC30820 Certificate III in Arboriculture (Climbing Arborist) equips you with the skills and knowledge for trade-level roles in arboriculture, such as climbing arborist, EWP arborist, and crane specialist. It covers tree care, canopy management, environmental development, and tree removal. Work involves high-risk operations, often at heights, within a strict safety regime to protect both workers and the public. This qualification promotes environmental sustainability and prepares individuals to manage...
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Duration
18 months - 20 months
Study mode
On Campus, Traineeship
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AHC50122
Duration
9 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
A AHC50122 Diploma of Agriculture is for students seeking a career in farm and agribusiness management. This is a flexible diploma and students choose their own study units from the following speciality areas: agribusiness, livestock, cropping, business administration, safety.
The Diploma of Agriculture AHC50122 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
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Duration
9 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship
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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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