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Certificate II in Horticulture
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AHC20422
You have built a practical foundation in the horticulture industry through hands-on work in gardens or nurseries. We are currently establishing partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to offer a recognition pathway for this qualification. Register your interest to stay informed as we work to bring your experience into the formal recognition system.
About This Qualification
This qualification describes the skills and knowledge for a range of entry level horticulture job roles. Individuals with this qualification carry out routine tasks under supervision where the work is predictable and structured with limited judgement requirements. The qualification is suited to VET programs delivered to secondary school students or learners with no previous connection to the horticulture industry or relevant employment history. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Qualification Code
AHC20422
Training Package
AHC — Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
15 (8 core + 7 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Garden Labourer | Assisting with the planting and maintenance of lawns, trees, and flower beds in commercial or residential settings. |
| Horticulture Assistant | Supporting the daily operations of a wholesale or retail nursery, including plant propagation and stock care. |
| Landscape Worker | Performing routine tasks in landscape construction and garden maintenance under the guidance of a supervisor. |
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
ℹ️ Important Pathway Advice
RPL isn't the right pathway for everyone. If you don't have substantial, relevant, and current industry experience, a traditional study pathway may serve you better.
Our approach:
“We'd rather guide you to the right pathway than enrol you in the wrong one.”
What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Detailed resume or work history outlining roles in gardening, landscaping, or nursery work
- ✓Position descriptions for roles involving grounds maintenance or plant care
- ✓References or letters from supervisors confirming your routine horticulture tasks
Plant Care & Maintenance
- ✓Photos or videos showing you planting trees, shrubs, or groundcovers
- ✓Records of weed treatment and pest management activities performed on-site
- ✓Evidence of your ability to recognise common plant species and their health requirements
Machinery & Equipment
- ✓Logbooks or workplace checklists for operating basic mowers, blowers, or trimmers
- ✓Evidence of routine maintenance performed on gardening hand tools and equipment
- ✓Safety induction records for the use of specific horticulture machinery
Soil & Site Support
- ✓Notes or reports from assisting with soil sampling and basic testing
- ✓Evidence of participating in site clean-ups and sustainable waste disposal
- ✓Documentation of site preparation, including mulch application or media mixing
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Completed JSA (Job Safety Analysis) or SWMS (Safe Work Method Statements)
- ✓Records of participation in workplace health and safety meetings or toolboxes
- ✓Current First Aid certificate or chemical application records if applicable
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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Related Qualifications
Other qualifications in the Agriculture, Horticulture and Conservation and Land Management Training Package.
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Advanced Diploma
Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management
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