9-12 Course Selection Guide - Mount Eliza Secondary College

VCE (VET)HORTICULTURE (Turf)-CERTIFICATE II (RTF20703)VCE Units: 10% increment available for contribution towards the ATAR.ProgramThis program provides students with accredited training that leads to the award Certificate II in Horticulture(Turf). Delivery of the course is based across a two year period, which sees students obtaining a number ofindustry based skills that will prepare them for entry into this dynamic industry. The course provides exposure tothe main facets of the turf industry contained within the general sphere of horticulture.Classes are conducted using a mixture of practical and theoretical sessions, and it is expected students will arrivefor class equipped with safety boots and suitable clothing for practical work. Students who complete this coursewill be well equipped to enter the horticultural industry as a general hand, but will also be well placed to articulateto an apprenticeship position.Training and Employment OutcomesCompletion of the Certificate II in Horticulture (Parks and Gardens) allows students to proceed into the industryas an apprentice in one of the following areas:• Golf courses• Sports fieldsStructured Workplace Learning (SWL)A minimum of 200 hours of SWL is required for this program, however 120 hours is provided by Chisholm in asimulated workplace environment. Students need to complete 80 hours of SWL to make up the full 200 hours. Itis recommended students time their SWL to experience different seasonal conditions if possible.Special Requirements• Students are required to have safety footwear for every lesson• Sunscreen and a hat is also recommendedDay / Time / VenueChisholm, Frankston – Friday, 9am – 4pm (All Day)118