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Duration
This program is delivered as a 5-6 day block. The length of time to complete this qualification will depend on the location, study mode and/or units selected and will vary depending upon how long a student takes to reach the required competency level.
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Overview
Therapeutic Horticulture is an emerging Australian industry utilising plants and gardening activities to improve the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
This introductory course will enable you to develop therapeutic horticulture skills, which may be used in varied environments, such as hospitals, prisons, rehabilitation centres, educational facilities, disability services, aged care facilities, commercial spaces, and community and residential gardens.
Career opportunities
Different fields of practices utilise Therapeutic Horticulture as a complimentary therapy to their existing practice. Some of these practices include:
- Community Services
- Aged Care
- Disability
- Rehabilitation
- Occupational Therapy
- Diversional Therapy
- Recreation Therapy
- Landscape planning and design
- Education
- Public greenspace workers
- Horticulturists
- Migrant support workers
- Correctional services
- Mental Health
- Children and childcares services
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Fees
2024 Fees
| Fee Type | 2024 Course Fees |
| Fee Free TAFE* | Free |
| Full Fee | $1,200.00 |
*This course is supported by the NT Government for eligible domestic students who are NT residents. A limited number of NT Government supported places are available, so secure your place now.
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.
For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.
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Why study at CDU?
Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
- Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
- Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
- Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
Why study at CDU?
Whether you learn on campus or online, you will be studying with a proud multi-sector university that’s a leader in research and flexible study delivery. CDU is innovative, industry-relevant and student-centred. Our students are at the heart of all that we do.
- Benefit from smaller class sizes for more personalised attention
- Online learners receive the same support as their on-campus peers
- Enjoy inclusive, welcoming learning environments
- Utilise our deep connections with industry, businesses and communities in the Northern Territory, across Australia, and beyond
What will I study?
To achieve the vocational training program VTP476 - Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture a total of three (3) units of competency must be completed as listed below. Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.
Course structure
To achieve the vocational training program VTP476 - Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture a total of three (3) units of competency must be completed as listed below.
Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.
The total Nominal Hours for this training program is 80.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
| AHCNSY205 | Pot up plants | 20 |
| AHCNSY206 | Care for nursery plants | 30 |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 30 |
| Total nominal hours for the training program | 80 | |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
You are required to wear enclosed shoes during the program. Any further PPE required is provided by the team.
To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
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Course details
Accreditation
This is a non-award course and a Statement of Attainment will be issued for nationally recognised units of competency successfully completed.
Location and study mode
Delivery at all locations is subject to sufficient demand and resources.
Locations: Casuarina, remote
Study Mode: On campus
Subject to demand other locations and modes may become available throughout the year.
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How to apply
How to apply direct to CDU
Applications to CDU must be submitted online.
You will need a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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