How do I become a groundsperson?
All skill levels
Beginner
Experienced
AHC30722
Certificate III in Horticulture
On Campus
12 months
$2,700 - $15,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Ironwood Institute
AHC51024
Diploma of Sports Turf Management
On Campus, Traineeship
18 - 24 months
$6,685 - $18,000
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
AHC20520
Certificate II in Arboriculture
On Campus
12 - 15 months
$0 - $8,200
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
AHC20422
Certificate II in Horticulture
Apprenticeship, Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
4 - 24 months
$0 - $9,395
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 10 more
22476VIC
Certificate I in General Education for Adults (Introductory)
Blended, On Campus
4 - 12 months
$0 - $4,720
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 2 more
22473VIC
Certificate II in General Education for Adults
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 24 months
$0 - $5,470
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 5 more
11139NAT
Certificate I in Skills for Education and Training Pathways
On Campus
12 months
$4,745
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
TAFE Queensland
52875WA
Certificate I in Gaining Access to Training and Employment (GATE)
Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $333
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
22472VIC
Certificate I in General Education for Adults
Blended, On Campus, Online
4 - 24 months
$0 - $4,848
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
+ 1 more
SIS10122
Certificate I in Sport and Recreation
On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $3,600
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
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Common questions
How much does a Groundsperson earn?
In Australia, a full time Groundsperson generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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Industry expert
What are the job opportunities for a Groundsperson?
The number of people working in this industry has increased in recent years. There are currently 20,200 people employed as a Groundsperson in Australia compared to 15,400 five years ago. Groundspeople may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities where sporting facilities are located.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Courses.com.au Team
Industry expert
How do I become a Groundsperson?
If you’re planning a career as a Groundsperson, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management. You’ll learn to establish and maintain playing surfaces and study topics including plant nutrition, weed control, plant pests and diseases and irrigation systems. You could also further your studies with a Diploma of Sports Turf Management.
Courses.com.au Team
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