If you are looking to explore a pathway into gardening, landscaping or horticulture but want to learn some basics to get you started, this course is for you! With our experienced horticulture facilitator, you will learn a range of theory and practical skills to start you on your pathway to further study or employment.

Use the practical information provided and the support of your instructor and classmates to grow your industry experience and knowledge to help you safely and successfully take the next step into work or study in this field.

To access this course for free you must be a South Australian resident (or hold a valid work or study visa), aged 18 years or older and preparing for work or study, and not enrolled in school or a Flexible Learning Options program.

The 6 sessions will be held on 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 1 June, 8 June, & 15 June.
Each Thursday class will run from 10am to 1:30pm.

The course topics include:

Setting up simple irrigation systems
Basics of greenhouse gardening
Plant propagation using seeds or cuttings
Understanding soils and plant nutrients
Weeds, pests, diseases, and plant disorders
Simple garden designs
The dos and don'ts of composting

Our Community Learning mentors and trainers are there to support you every step of the way. Even once the course has finished our mentors will continue to help you, making you feel confident and empowered, and ready to take the next steps in your learning journey or path to employment.

We will assess your reading and numeracy skills before you start to identify any supports you may need, and to be sure that this is the right course for you.

Contact the Community Learning Team on 8371 4622 or communitylearning@communitycentressa.asn.au for further info.