New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (General) (Level 3)
Growing & Vines
A course by
NorthTec
This Level 3 certificate course prepares students for a career in the horticulture industry by teaching essential skills related to soils, plant growing, composting, disease and pest management, and plant properties. It provides foundational knowledge for work in nurseries, orchards, greenhouses or to start a personal garden.
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NZ$599
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NZQA Level 3 Certification
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Core skills this course teaches
Plant Science
Understand the fundamental biological aspects of plants relevant to horticulture.
Growing Environments
Gain knowledge on soil types, composting, and environmental conditions that affect plant growth.
About This Course
Subject to NZQA approval, the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (General) Level 3 course offers practical skills and knowledge for horticulture industry entry. Topics include plant science, growing environments, plant health, propagation, cultivation, and growing systems. Delivery is online via Open Polytechnic with regional support from NorthTec including optional local workshops. The course suits learners aiming to work in plant nurseries, orchards, greenhouses or interested in self-sufficient gardening. Applicants must be at least 16 years old, able to communicate in English, and physically able to meet programme outcomes. The programme is not available to international students. Funding options include Youth Guarantee Fund for eligible students aged 16-24. The course links to pathways like crop farming, nursery growing, and orchard management. It builds a foundation for further study or employment in horticulture-related roles.
Course Content
- Plant Science
- Growing Environments
- Plant Health
- Propagation and Cultivation
- Growing Systems
Entry Requirements
Be at least 16 years old at course start
Basic English reading, writing and communication skills
Build towards these roles
Crop Farmer/ManagerHorticultural ContractorVegetable GrowerMixed Crop FarmerNursery Grower/WorkerOrchard Farmer/ManagerOrchardistFruit Grower
