Garden and Landscape
Please Note:
Whilst we offer a range of courses suitable for participants with disabilities, we are not a disability provider. Our Adult Education courses are designed to help people find employment or to continue their education at a TAFE or similar provider.
If you have a disability and are interested in attending a course please:
- read our Disability Learning Information and
- discuss your interest with our Disability Intake Worker before enrolling in a course.
Urban Farming 101
Gain employment skills by building and developing an Urban Farm which can assist you in finding work or further training in horticultural, nursery, retail, trades and outdoor jobs.
Length: 45 hours - 9 weeks
Cost *: FREE
This course is endorsed by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Skills and Employment to count towards Workforce Australia mutual obligations and points targets.
* This pre-accredited training course is Victorian government funded by the ACFE Board to the value of $9.35 per hour per student which subsidises the tuition fees. Learners are responsible for materials and administration fees associated with all classes.
Urban Farming Pathways (Gardening Up Jobs)
Gain employment skills by building and developing a local Urban Farm which can assist you in finding work or further training in horticultural, nursery, retail, trades and outdoor jobs.
Length: 90 hours - 9 weeks
Cost *: $65
This course is endorsed by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Skills and Employment to count towards Workforce Australia mutual obligations and points targets.
* This pre-accredited training course is Victorian government funded by the ACFE Board to the value of $9.35 per hour per student which subsidises the tuition fees. Learners are responsible for materials and administration fees associated with all classes.
Build a Garden: Landscaping from Scratch
Would you like to improve and develop your skills to design a simple garden landscape?
Length: 20 hours - 8 weeks
Cost *: $35
This course is endorsed by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Skills and Employment to count towards Workforce Australia mutual obligations and points targets.
* This pre-accredited training course is Victorian government funded by the ACFE Board to the value of $9.35 per hour per student which subsidises the tuition fees. Learners are responsible for materials and administration fees associated with all classes.
Garden Basics: Improving Soils for Vegetables
Would you like to reduce garden costs and improve veggie patch performance? Join our hands-on introduction into developing great soil for the home or professional gardener.
Length: 25 hours - 5 weeks
Cost *: $35
This course is endorsed by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Skills and Employment to count towards Workforce Australia mutual obligations and points targets.
* This pre-accredited training course is Victorian government funded by the ACFE Board to the value of $9.35 per hour per student which subsidises the tuition fees. Learners are responsible for materials and administration fees associated with all classes.
Literacy Through Community Gardening
Enjoy fresh air and the feeling of the dirt on your fingers in our beautiful community garden while working on your reading, writing, and computer skills.
Length: 20 hours - 8 weeks
Cost *: $35
Note: This course is designed for learners with higher needs and requires a pre-enrolment interview and assessment. If you are interested in enrolling in this course, please contact the office with your expression of interest. A staff member will contact you to organise your interview and assessment.
This course is endorsed by the Commonwealth Department of Education, Skills and Employment to count towards Workforce Australia mutual obligations and points targets.
* This pre-accredited training course is Victorian government funded by the ACFE Board to the value of $9.35 per hour per student which subsidises the tuition fees. Learners are responsible for materials and administration fees associated with all classes.