Advanced Horticultural Trades (Level 4) (Amenity)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
Further develop your skills in amenity horticulture and the management of public spaces and people.This comprehensive programme is designed to deepen your technical skills and prepare you for leadership roles through practical learning experiences. You will explore:Project leadership: Develop and lead projects within primary industry operations, enhancing your ability to manage teams and resources effectively.Plant collection management: Gain knowledge in establishing and maintaining diverse plant collections, crucial for parks, and botanical gardens.Landscape planting and plant identification: Learn to select appropriate plants and apply mulching techniques to enhance landscape aesthetics and health.Amenity tree and shrub care: Acquire knowledge in assessing, pruning, and training trees and shrubs to maintain their health and appearance.Soil and turf management: Learn sustainable soil and turf management techniques to promote health, environmental conservation, and best maintenance practices.Seasonal planning: Develop seasonal plans to ensure year-round beauty and functionality of amenity spaces.Indigenous plant restoration: Study methods to assess and revegetate indigenous plant communities, contributing to biodiversity.Agrichemical application: Learn to prepare and apply agrichemicals using handheld equipment, adhering to safety and environmental guidelines.Record keeping and reporting: Develop skills in maintaining accurate horticultural records and reporting, essential for effective management.
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About the provider
Based in Hamilton, the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec), is one of the country’s largest institutes of technology. We deliver high-quality education across vocational (technical) and professional fields of study to approximately 13,000 students, across over 130 different courses.
At Wintec students are educated in a way that builds their confidence and gets them work-ready. We differ from other types of tertiary providers in the way students get the chance to put their theoretical learning into practice from the very start. You will get to work on real-life projects based on relevant topics and themes as if you were in the workplace. You will also get involved in work placements. This means that by the time you graduate, you will be confident in your skills and knowledge, and know-how to apply your learnings. Our academic staff have years of industry experience between them, which means they can guide you on your journey.
Wintec maintains collaborative relationships with local industry and iwi to identify the needs of the region and community. Fostering strong networks that our students and graduates benefit from is a high priority for us. Understanding the needs of local industry, what type of graduates they need now, and what they will need in the future is critical to assisting industry and our graduates.