Green Fern Academy
Master a Trade in a Thriving Industry and Secure Your Future!
Become a skilled tradesman
in a rapidly growing, high demand field.
Achieve full qualifications
as a landscape tradesmen in just two years!
Earn competitive wages during your training
No apprentice or trainee pay.
Skip the TAFE route
Our in-house training and on the job training covers everything you will need.
Pre-Requisites
Outdoor Enthusiast
Have a Passion for working outdoors
Creative Transformer
Gain satisfaction transforming or creating things
Physical Agility
Enjoy physical work and possesses the capability to engage in it without restrictions
Tool Maestro
Demonstrate a natural aptitude for using tools and equipment in construction
Team Player
Find fulfilment in collaborating with others and excels as part of a team
Aspiring Learner
Motivated to develop skills in landscape construction with the ambition to master them
Long-Term Vision
Value skill-building and financial stability for the future over seeking quick financial gains
Level 1 - Landscape Construction
What You'll Gain in 4 Months
Understand job risks and ensure safety.
Acquire knowledge of commonly used materials and their installation.
Grasp the landscape construction workflow.
Master setting up and packing up a work site.
Safely and efficiently install common materials.
Learn the ropes of planting, mulching, and turfing.
Assist experienced landscape tradespersons.
Level 2 - Landscape Construction
What You'll Gain in 6 Months
Hone skills in measuring, calculating, and leveling.
Learn to install drainage systems effectively.
Master the installation of common edging types.
Skilfully lay stepping stones and pave.
Identify common plant species and understand their names.
Enhance communication with clients and team members.
Level 3 - Landscape Construction
What You'll Gain in 6 Months
Read landscape plans and execute site set-ups.
Perfect paving preparation and installation.
Construct retaining walls and brick & block walls.
Implement soil improvement techniques and products.
Deepen your knowledge of plants and their names.
Level 4 - Landscape Construction
What You'll Gain in 6 Months
Develop a comprehensive Safe Work Management Plan (SWMS).
Concrete construction techniques.
Construct timber decks and outdoor features.
Ensure plant and lawn health and maintenance.
Hone planning and job coordination skills.
Team Leader
Take your skills and earning capacity to another level and become a Team Leader – learn to plan and run jobs effectively.
What You'll Gain in 6 Months
Plan and manage a safe work site.
Enhance team communication for effective collaboration.
Understand customer service principles in the landscape industry.
Master time management for efficient operations.
Resolve conflicts and handle difficult situations.
Perfect job planning and team management skills.
Join Green Fern Academy
and Secure Your Future!