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Key details
Duration
This program is delivered over a period of 8 days. 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.
Intake
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Overview
In this short course, you will have the opportunity to explore tropical gardens to learn how to recognise tropical native and exotic plants, using botanical skills, how to make new plants through propagation suitable for Top End gardens. To ensure a successful tropical gardening experience, you will learn the best practices to plant trees and shrubs and installing appropriate irrigation for varied tropical plant-s needs.
Students enrolling in this short course have an established interest in sustainable food production and therefore already have existing knowledge and skills and are using this course to up-skill.
Career opportunities
Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:
- Landscape Maintenance Work
- Gardener
- Production and Retail Nursery Hand
- Farm Hand
- School Gardener
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.
Further training pathways from this program include but are not limited to the AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture..
Fees
2024 Fees
| Fee Type | 2024 Course Fees |
| NT Government supported* | $333.00 |
| Full Fee | $1,350.00 |
*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. 2025 TAFE fees will be published as soon as they become available.
Fee exemptions
Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.
At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
- Recipient of a Centrelink payment
- Recipient of Department of Veterans Affairs benefits
- Enrolled Secondary Students
- Permanent residents with refugee or humanitarian status
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.
If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG’s Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.
International VET Package
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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 VTP474 - Introduction to Tropical 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 VTP474 - Introduction to Tropical 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 90.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| UNITS OF COMPETENCY | ||
| AHCPCM204 | Recognise plants | 40 |
| AHCNSY207 | Undertake propagation activities | 30 |
| AHCPGD207 | Plant trees and shrubs | 20 |
| Total nominal hours for the training program | 90 | |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
You are required to wear enclosed shoes during the course, and appropriate clothing such as: a hat, long pants, sleeved shirt with collar and a water bottle.
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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CDU graduates have the best career and employment prospects. International students have ranked CDU 1st in Australia for learning and living experience
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The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
Nikki
CDU student
CDU graduates have the best career and employment prospects. International students have ranked CDU 1st in Australia for learning and living experience
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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, various
Study Mode: Face to face
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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