This course is suited to people who wish to obtain a range of technical skills in horticulture and are interested in learning how to identify plants and maintain gardens. It will suit people who are passionate about the environment, like working outdoors and have an aptitude for practical work.
Entry Requirements
You must - be able to read and write documents and understand maths concepts to an ACSF level 3 - have a suitable level of physical fitness
This course is suited to people who wish to obtain high level technical floristry and design skills and an ability to work at professional floristry standards. Graduates from this course will be able to work as a skilled florist and undertake all the work required in a retail studio.
Entry Requirements
Open entry. If you are entering this course as a trainee under the Australian Apprenticeships arrangements you must be employed in the industry and you must register with an Apprentice Network Provider (ANP) prior to enrolment.
The Diploma of Horticulture reflects the role of those who manage amenity horticultural enterprises where a range of skills and knowledge across the breadth of the industry is required or personnel working in horticulture at a level requiring higher technical skills.
Entry Requirements
To be successful in this course you will need the skills and experience achieved in the Certificate III in Horticulture, or a related field. This could be gained through study or industry experience. CIT may request a short discussion about your skills and experience in horticulture following your application to enrol.
