Horticultural Tradesperson (VIC)

Education and Training:

To become a horticultural tradesperson you usually have to complete a traineeship in Horticulture. Various specialisations are available. Entry requirements may vary but employers usually require Year 10. Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.

Additional Information:

Once you are employed, you may be able to develop, and have recognised, additional skills under the Amenity Horticulture, Rural Production or Conservation and Land Management Training Packages that will expand your career opportunities within this industry.

Related Courses:

While the following courses are related to this occupation, they may not necessarily lead directly to employment, nor provide the most direct pathway to the occupation. Courses which provide preliminary or informal training, as well as those which provide additional job skills following initial qualifications may also be listed.

*Course is offered by more than one institution. Click link for details.

Employment Opportunities:

The horticultural sector is one of the most important primary industries in Australia. Opportunities are developing in service areas such as marketing, finance and international trade.

Fresh and dried fruit and flowers are significant and growing export sectors. Landscape gardening and turf management are two strongly growing areas linked with increased residential and commercial construction and the development of sporting facilities.