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RTF20703 Certificate II in Horticulture (Parks and Gardens)

The course comprises the following units of competency from the Horticultural Training Package:

Duration: Apprentices and other students commence early March with 2 weeks full time training. Then 1 day per week. Total 44 days including 1 week block release in July.

Units of Competency

Nominal Hours

RTC2701A - Follow OHS procedures

20

RTC2702A - Observe environmental work practices

20

RTC2705A - Work effectively in the industry

20

RTC2801A - Participate in workplace communications

30

RTC2401A - Treat weeds

40

RTC2016A - Recognise plants

40

RTC2706A - Apply chemicals under supervision

30

RTC2012A - Plant trees and shrubs

20

RTF2017A - Prune shrubs and small trees

35

RTC2404A - Treat plant pests, diseases and disorders

40

RTD2022A - Carry out natural area restoration works

30

RTC2307A - Operate machinery and equipment

20

RTF2023A - Support turf establishment

40

RTE2606A - Maintain pressurised irrigation systems

40

RTF2207A - Protect trees during construction work

20

RTF2014A - Prepare and maintain plant displays

35

RTF2025A - Transplant small trees

20

TOTAL

500

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