Training is delivered by TAFE NSW
This school based apprenticeship will develop the practical and technical skills and the underpinning knowledge required to work in the horticulture Industry, with a particular focus in turf.On completion of this Apprenticeship you will be able to:
· operate and adjust turf equipment
· assist in constructing and preparing cricket wickets, tennis courts, bowling and golf greens
· mow, roll and level turf
· water and maintain turf areas
Outcome / Ø Certificate III in Horticulture (Turf) RTF30803 (NRT)
RTF03 Amenity Horticulture
Ø A career path into the Horticulture Industry
Course delivery
/ On the job and off the job and can be delivered face-to-face, flexibly or mixed mode
Commitment required
/ Undertake a minimum of 100 days in paid employment plus the formal training to complete the qualification.
Undertake Certificate III Horticulture (Landscaping) as part of your HSC. RTF30403
The employment and training can be undertaken during school time, after school and during school holidays.
How will you be assessed? / Both on the job and off the job through written tests, project work & practical exercises.
Eligibility For ATAR / HSC Unit Credit:
Horticulture course
/ No / 4 units over two years towards your HSC for the structured training component (VET course) undertaken as part of the school based traineeship.
This HSC VET course may contribute towards the calculation of the UAI.
Industry-based Learning course
(optional) / No / This optional course is offered as recognition of the significant work component involved in the school based apprenticeship.
A total of 4 units is credit towards your HSC over the two years.
This HSC VET course does not contribute towards the calculation of the ATAR.
For further information about how to sign up to this School-Based Apprenticeship please speak with your Careers Advisor or visit our internet site at https://www.sbatinnsw.info
Vocational Education in Schools Directorate, current for 2010