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Horticulture & Conservation

If you’re looking for an exciting and diverse field to start a career in, and have a passion for nature and technology, studying a WA horticulture and conservation course can be one of the best stepping stones into a rewarding and fulfilling pathway.

Utilise your green thumb, and make a flourishing career from what you’re passionate about, whether it’s gardening, nursery work and landscaping, or parks, gardens, and turf management. Our campuses offer world-class education, hands-on experience, and links to industry partners that ensures a comprehensive training program for graduates.

Upon completion of horticulture and conservation courses at CR TAFE, you can find roles in the industry such as:

  • Horticulture Assistant
  • Beekeeper
  • Floriculture Tradesperson
  • Horticulturist
  • Landscape Gardener,
  • Tradesperson

With opportunities that will take you to places you could only imagine, studying at CR TAFE will provide you with the comprehensive skill set that you need to make your mark and lead the way to land conservation practices, and better horticulture practices, too.

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    AUSCHEM Basic Course Skill Set

    State ID KAA57
    Handle chemicals safely

    This course is delivered in partnership with AusChem WA and will assist you to manage risks associated with chemical use, to understand your obligations in the areas of duty of care, quality assurance and environmental management.

    On a practical...

    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Chainsaw and Polesaw Skill Set

    State ID KAD74

    Time to refine your chainsaw and polesaw skills!

    Whilst the training is more ‘Ranger focused’, the course is open to any students interested in learning how to operate a chainsaw and polesaw. It is expected that the students would have a reasonable level of language, literacy,...

    Campuses
    • Moora
    • Merredin

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Chainsaw Skill Set

    State ID KAA14
    Learn how to safely operate a hand-held chainsaw.
    Campuses

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

    National ID AHC31421 | State ID BHM6

    Work for the future.

    The Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management provides participants with a solid understanding of the conservation and land management industry.
    Campuses
    • Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

    Study Modes
    • On campus
    • Online

    Certificate II in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

    National ID AHC21020 | State ID BGH1

    Grow your career in conservation and ecosystem management here.

    Get the practical skills to begin your career in conservation and ecosystem management. Learn how to maintain and restore natural and cultural places, farmland, wildlife habitats and more.
    Campuses
    • Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

    Study Modes
    • On campus

    Certificate IV in Conservation and Ecosystem Management

    National ID AHC40920 | State ID BGH6

    Lead and coordinate in conservation and ecosystem management.

    Learn the lay of the land in natural resource management, mine site rehabilitation, forestry and national parks and be prepared for specialised roles within the conservation and land management industries.
    Campuses
    • Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

    Study Modes
    • Online

    Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management

    National ID AHC51120 | State ID BGF9

    Manage conservation and land management projects.

    Become a champion for the land and those that depend on it. Learn to be an effective manager, while gaining skills in the management of fauna, plant life classification, surveying and more.
    Campuses
    • Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

    Study Modes
    • Online

    Certificate II in Horticulture

    National ID AHC20416 | State ID BDE6

    Grow your green career from here.

    If you're passionate about the environment, start with this entry-level course and learn the skills you need to work in gardening, nursery and landscaping settings.
    Campuses
    • Exmouth
    • Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

    Study Modes
    • On campus
    • Workplace

    Certificate III in Horticulture

    National ID AHC30716 | State ID BDF1

    Raise your skills for a lush career.

    You've planted the seed, now raise your career to the next level with this qualification and refine your skills to prepare yourself for the horticultural industry.
    Campuses
    • Batavia Coast Maritime Institute

    Study Modes
    • Online
    • Workplace

    Certificate III in Rural and Environmental Pest Management

    National ID AHC30318 | State ID BEF8

    Keep valuable assets pest-free.

    Begin a career where your skills in identifying and managing pests will be constantly in demand. This qualification could see you working in agriculture, conservation and land management, horticulture and beyond.
    Campuses
    • Carnarvon

    Study Modes
    • Online