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Great news, this course is included in Fee-Free TAFE* for courses commencing in 2025.

To be eligible for a Fee-Free place you must be:

  • a resident of Tasmania or working in Tasmania
  • an Australian or New Zealand citizen, an Australian permanent resident, an eligible VISA holder, and
  • of working age

*Fee-Free TAFE covers your tuition fee only. Other fees may apply. See Fee-Free TAFE Eligibility for more information.

Fee-Free* TAFE is a joint initiative of the Australian and Tasmanian Governments, providing tuition-free training places to eligible Tasmanians wanting to train, retrain or upskill. Places are limited and not guaranteed and applying early is recommended. The number of funded Fee Free* places on offer at TasTAFE are determined by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments.

Locations

  • Alanvale
  • Burnie
  • Clarence

Attendance options

  • Full-time
  • Part-time

Study type

  • Apprentices/Trainees
  • Workplace
$

2025 Tuition fees

  • Subsidised $ 2,940.00
  • Concession* $ 400.00
  • Commercial $ 16,915.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

If you enjoy working outdoors and want to develop your existing skills and knowledge at a more advanced level in the Landscape Construction industry, then this is the qualification for you!

This qualification is designed to give you the specialist skills and knowledge you need to undertake a range of work functions and job roles within the Landscaping industry. If you are already employed in the Landscape Construction industry, or are currently undertaking work in a job with landscape construction-related tasks, this qualification is the one you’ve been looking for!

In this course you will learn how to set out construction work, construct brick/block structures, stone structures and features, as well as implement paving projects and retaining walls.

Throughout the course, you will develop your skills providing information on plants and their culture, implementing soil improvements, and plant nutrition and plant establishment programs, as well as installing drainage systems. You’ll also learn how to install, operate and maintain pressurised irrigation systems, as well as perform specialist amenity pruning.

On successful completion of this course, you’ll have the landscape construction skills you need to prepare you for work at a supervisory level within this vibrant industry, and seek employment with a range of landscaping and garden maintenance companies.

Note – You must be employed as an apprentice, or currently be undertaking work in a job with landscape construction-related tasks to enrol in this qualification.

Locations, dates & times

CampusDateAttendance/DurationStudy typeApply/Enquire
South
Clarence2 Jan 2025 -
8 Dec 2028
Full-time

Enrol at any time. This course is for people currently employed in suitable industry-specific workplaces. Training and assessment will involve workplace visits and may require scheduled campus-based training.

WorkplaceApply now
North West
Burnie2 Jan 2025 -
8 Dec 2028
Full-time

Enrol at any time. This course is for people currently employed in suitable industry-specific workplaces. Training and assessment will involve workplace visits and may require scheduled campus-based training.

WorkplaceApply now

Career opportunities

  • Landscaper
  • Landscape Gardener
  • Landscape Contractor

Career opportunities

  • Landscaper
  • Landscape Gardener
  • Landscape Contractor

We’re here to help…

At TasTAFE, we understand that everyone's journey is different and sometimes you might need some extra support to achieve your study or career goals.

Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

Our student support services are available for all students, and aim to provide the support you need to make your learning experience just that little bit easier.

Find out more about what support is available