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About This Pathway
The Career Start Program – General Training Pathway supports eligible individuals to complete their first post-school certificate III level qualification and increase their skills to move into employment, re-enter the workforce or advance their career. Funding under the General Training Pathway is provided by the Queensland Department of Trade, Employment and Training.
Co-contribution Fees
As part of the Career Start Program – General Training Pathway, co-contribution fees must be collected. This fee can be paid by the student themselves or on behalf of the student by a third party. The applicable fee is paid upon enrolment and prior to commencement of training and is the final & only fee the student must pay.
Co-contribution fees are not payable for units that are awarded a Credit Transfer. If you are awarded a Credit Transfer, you will be refunded the co-contribution fee paid for that unit.
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Funded Courses Available (*subject to eligibility)
Career StartAHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Build a rewarding career in landscape construction with nationally recognised training in hardscaping, paving, retaining walls, and outdoor structures. Hands-on learning delivered across Queensland locations.
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Career StartAHC30722 Certificate III in Horticulture
Gain nationally recognised qualifications in plant propagation, landscape design, and turf management. Launch a rewarding horticulture career with practical, hands-on training delivered across Queensland locations.
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Career StartAHC31024 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens
Specialise in parks and gardens maintenance including turf care, tree management, and public green space upkeep. Train for sought-after council and government landscaping roles across Queensland regions.
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Career StartAHC30624 Certificate III in Production Horticulture
Develop specialist skills in commercial crop production, irrigation management, and sustainable growing practices. Prepare for rewarding roles in nurseries, farms, and production horticulture operations throughout Queensland.
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Career StartAHC31424 Certificate III in Conservation and Ecosystem Management
Learn to protect and restore natural ecosystems with training in land rehabilitation, weed control, and biodiversity conservation. Gain the skills to manage Queensland's unique landscapes and environments.
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Career StartAHC32822 Certificate III in Rural Operations
Develop versatile skills for rural and agricultural workplaces including property maintenance, livestock handling, and sustainable land management. Ideal for those seeking flexible careers across regional Queensland.
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