New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Services (Level 4) with a strand in Amenity
As part of the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF) to rebuild New Zealand's economy, this programme is now free^. For terms and conditions, more information, and other programmes covered by this scheme, click here.
Due to high demand, we recommend applying early.
Programme highlights
If you love nature, launch your career in the amenities (also known as the parks and gardens) industry.
You'll get the hands-on experience, in planting, pruning and lawn care, that you need to get a job within the parks and gardens industry.
You'll also get plenty of real-life experience working in the community at off-site parks and gardens.
With two options to study we have you covered:
In-work learner
This programme is designed for people who are employed within the landscape construction industry.
No matter how much experience you have, we can support you to reach new heights.
To gain this qualification you'll need to be employed with a qualified landscaper who is willing to support you with regular work to meet the graduate outcomes of this qualification.
Study will take place two evenings per week in class, while employers and tutors will verify your practical skills when you are at work. There will be four week long block courses that you'll be required to attend.
You'll be visited on-site at your place of work throughout the programme.
When you graduate, you'll be ready to take on a job as an amenity gardener, collection curator, grounds persons or amenity contractor.
Full-time learner
Attending MIT Ōtara you will learn the skills and knowledge through onsite practical and theory and work experience placement.
This programme includes 105 hours based in a relevant parks and gardens industry operation.
When you graduate, you will be ready to take on a job as an amenity gardener, collection curator, grounds persons or amenity contractor.
Please note: Aspects of this programme are physically demanding, please talk with an Ask Me! agent if you face fitness or mobility challenges
Key facts
| Start month(s) |
February, July |
|---|---|
| Study location(s) |
MIT Ōtara |
| Level | 4 |
| Domestic fees |
Free^ |
| Youth Guarantee (fees-free*) | Not available |
| Programme code | NZ2674-03 |
| Duration |
February: Full-time for 34 teaching weeks Full-time learner: 3-days per week. In-work learner: 2 evenings per week, 4 week-long block courses, workplace assessment. July: Full-time for 17 teaching weeks# Full-time learner: 3-days per week. In-work Learner: 2 evenings per week, 2 week-long block courses, workplace assessment. #If you have completed the New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3) |
|---|---|
| Study method |
Full-time |
| Credits | 130 |
| International fees | Not available to international students |
| Māori and Pasifika Trades Training Scholarship (fees-free*) | Not available |
| Qualification leads to |
New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Services (Level 4) with strands in Amenity, Arboriculture, Cemetery, Landscape Design, Landscape Construction, and Sports Turf |
Need help?
We're here to support you to succeed.
If you need help with applying or advice on choosing a programme or course, our Ask Me! Student Services Centre is here to give you guidance.
Send us a message, call us on 0800 62 62 52 or come in and see us.
Information is correct as at February 2021. Programme fees are based on a full-time student and may vary depending on your final selection of courses that make up your programme. To provide you with an indication of costs, the approximate fees quoted in this publication are based on the indicative 2021 fee structure. The indicative programme fees for 2021 do not include the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF). The CSSF is an additional levy to your 2021 programme or course fees. Further information about the CSSF can be found here www.manukau.ac.nz/cssf. Programmes stated as eligible for free study in 2021 are based on the 2020 fee structure and subject to funding confirmation for 2021. All fees are in New Zealand Dollars. You will be advised of the current fees at the time of enrolment. All courses and programmes will proceed subject to numbers and academic approval. Manukau Institute of Technology Limited is accredited under the provisions of the Education Act 1989. International students must study in class and will not be able to enrol for online study options.
^Free study for this qualification may be available to you under the government’s Targeted Training and Apprenticeships Fund (TTAF). Visit https://www.tec.govt.nz/funding/funding-and-performance/funding/fund-finder/targeted-training-and-apprenticeship-fund/faqs-for-learners/ for eligibility criteria and more information. Students must be eligible to study as a domestic student and meet any other entry criteria as required. Some costs may also apply. Free study is subject to funding confirmation.