Diploma of Sports Turf Management

Diploma

The Diploma of Sports Turf Management has been developed for individuals working in the sports turf area who have completed a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management and are looking for senior or specialist turf management roles.

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Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Duration

2 years part-time

Course Code

AHC51019

Study Mode

In person

Domestic Fees

$6,590 per year

About this course

The Diploma of Sports Turf Management has been developed for individuals working in the sports turf area who have completed a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management and are looking for senior or specialist turf management roles.

Entry requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 16 years of age.

Applicants must have previously completed a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management or an equivalent turf management trade level qualification.

Alternatively, applicants must hold a Certificate III-level qualification in amenity horticulture combined with two years' current work experience in a trade level role at a sports turf facility.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. This information will determine your suitability to the course, verify your training plan and identify any learning support needs.

Study locations

Glen Waverley

What you will learn

This course is tailored for professionals looking to advance their careers and assumes a strong foundation in the industry, including a clear understanding of work requirements and management expectations.

Designed to enhance your ability to lead individuals in the workplace and to develop or review operational management practices, our unique approach blends classroom learning with workplace projects. This integration of work and study ensures that the skills and knowledge gained can be immediately applied in the workplace.

The course's flexibility and focus on sports turf management are its key strengths. When combined with your existing workplace skills, this diploma equips you to excel as an assistant manager or manager in turf-related businesses or local council settings.

Upon completion, you'll be qualified for employment in golf courses, bowling greens, councils, and other horticulture-related areas.

Career pathways

assistant manager
manager of turf related areas
golf course superintendent
senior bowling green-keeper
turf consultants
owner operator of a turf specialist company

Credit for prior study or work

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

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