This programme will provide you with the ability to undertake a
range of horticultural tasks at a tradesperson level. The general
qualification covers broad knowledge and skills relevant across all
sectors of the horticulture industry. Whilst the optional strands
embedded in the qualification recognise the specialised knowledge
and skill in the sector chosen.
What will this programme cover?
- Landscape
- Vegetable production
- Nursery production
- Fruit production
- Amenity horticulture
Related Careers
Employment in the horticultural industry
What do you need to apply?
To enter this National Certificate programme you must have
completed National Certificate Horticulture (Level 3), it is
desirable you have at least 3 years secondary education along with
successful completion of NCEA level 2 with a minimum of 16 credits
in literacy and 16 credits in numeracy; or equivalent. and
attendance at an information sharing session.
If you don't have the stated entry criteria, talk to us about
whether you have the equivalent skills and knowledge or to
determine if this is the right programme for you.
Programme Recognition
This programme is accredited by NZQA and the Horticulture
Industry Training Organisation.
Further Study Options
National Certificate in Horticulture (Advanced) (Level 4) with
optional strands in Amenity Horticulture, Fruit Production,
Landscape, Nursery Production, Postharvest, Production
Horticulture, Viticulture, and Vegetable Production.