Horticulture courses
Introduction
Horticulture is a great industry if you are looking to establish yourself as a plant/turf specialist. Understanding various soil types, plant species and the best ways to care and nuture them is a great career, especially given Australia's varied climates and conditions. more
Horticulture is a great industry if you are looking to establish yourself as a plant/turf specialist. Understanding various soil types, plant species and the best ways to care and nuture them is a great career, especially given Australia's varied climates and conditions.
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Nursery Sales Assistant
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$793 $629
The Nursery Sales Assistants course has been developed to provide ... more
The Nursery Sales Assistants course has been developed to provide the necessary balance between plant knowledge and sales skills. Your staff will learn all about plant identification, plant care, how to advise customers and all about important sales secrets that will boost your bottom line. This course will train staff on how to ‘open’ and most importantly, ‘close’ a sale! full details
Practical Horticulture (I)
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$974 $779
Can you learn the practical side of horticulture by distance ... more
Can you learn the practical side of horticulture by distance education? This course is the ANSWER! full details
Horticulture for Beginners (I)
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$974 $779
The ideal course for the beginner, this is a basic, ... more
The ideal course for the beginner, this is a basic, yet thoroughly practical course which gives you a sound broad technical grounding in horticultural principles and practices. A section of each lesson involves plant identification. full details
Plant Selection And Establishment
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$874 $699
Develop a firm basis for the selection, establishment and maintenance ... more
Develop a firm basis for the selection, establishment and maintenance of a range of commonly used garden plants. full details
Turf Care
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$974 $779
This is the ideal course for anyone wishing to undertake ... more
This is the ideal course for anyone wishing to undertake employment in a turf or lawn business, or as a landscape gardener. You will learn the basics in terms of turf grass varieties, soil management, cultivation techniques, irrigation and feeding of turfs used for different purposes. You will also acquire more specialised knowledge of weed, pest, and disease control to complete a well rounded foundation in this popular area of study. full details
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Certificate In Hydroponics Courses Direct Info
This course provides an understanding of modern technology and its ... more
This course provides an understanding of modern technology and its application to growing plants, with emphasis on hydroponic production. You will be able to set up your own business with the skills learnt here and feel confident consulting on the use of Hydroponics. full details
Horticultural Marketing
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$874 $699
In any business, including horticulture, success depends upon good marketing ... more
In any business, including horticulture, success depends upon good marketing of your product. This subject covers the theoretical and practical importance of marketing in the horticultural industry, including topics such as advertizing, promotions, signs, customer relations, pricing strategy, labelling, transport, product presentation, and more! full details
Horticultural Research I
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$974 $779
Develop the skills and knowledge needed to plan, conduct and ... more
Develop the skills and knowledge needed to plan, conduct and report on research in social, technological and environmental issues that impact on Horticulture today and which are needed for strategic business planning. full details
Horticultural Research II
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$974 $779
A module from the RHS M.Hort (based on curriculum developed ... more
A module from the RHS M.Hort (based on curriculum developed by the Royal Horticultural Society); this can be taken either as part of the M.Hort Program, as a module in one of our other qualifications or as a stand alone course full details
Horticultural Resource Management
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$874 $699
This course is suitable for a Manager of a horticultural ... more
This course is suitable for a Manager of a horticultural business, or for anyone wanting to work in this kind of position. All aspects are covered, and it will refine the skills needed for this role. full details
Horticulture And Research II
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$974 $779
Acquire and demonstrate research skills, with critical written and numerical ... more
Acquire and demonstrate research skills, with critical written and numerical assessment of information related to the social, technological, environmental and economic issues that impact on ... full details
Horticulture and Research I
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$974 $779
Good research skills will enable you be an innovator in ... more
Good research skills will enable you be an innovator in horticulture, and to identify trends, issues, and needs that can create new opportunities and directions ... full details
Horticulture for Beginners (I)
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$974 $779
The ideal course for the beginner, this is a basic, ... more
The ideal course for the beginner, this is a basic, yet thoroughly practical course which gives you a sound broad technical grounding in horticultural principles and practices. A section of each lesson involves plant identification. full details
Intermediate Amenity Horticulture (II)
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$974 $779
This course will help you to gain a broad overview ... more
This course will help you to gain a broad overview of the use of horticultural practices and the effects it has on the environment, community and cultural issues. Very helpful to any person who is in a position of influence in the industry. full details
Introduction to Amenity Horticulture (I)
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$974 $779
This is the place to start for anyone with an ... more
This is the place to start for anyone with an interest in amenity horticulture or who wishes to understand the industry. Graduates will develop knowledge of the industry at both a global and local level of the different sectors of the industry and become familiar with responsible environmental management strategies of natural and created landscapes. full details
Landscaping Course ICI $880
The ICI landscaping course has been designed in consultation with ... more
The ICI landscaping course has been designed in consultation with the landscaping industry and teaches you the skills that you need to succeed quickly and ... full details
Managing Notable Gardens
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$874 $699
Learn to discuss appropriate management strategies to ensure the long ... more
Learn to discuss appropriate management strategies to ensure the long term survival of plants and garden features, identify and evaluate sources of funding and associated issues. Also, identify and discuss the issues concerned with the presentation of a site to visitors. full details
Nursery Sales Assistant
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$793 $629
The Nursery Sales Assistants course has been developed to provide ... more
The Nursery Sales Assistants course has been developed to provide the necessary balance between plant knowledge and sales skills. Your staff will learn all about plant identification, plant care, how to advise customers and all about important sales secrets that will boost your bottom line. This course will train staff on how to ‘open’ and most importantly, ‘close’ a sale! full details
Planning Layout And Construction Of Ornamental Gardens
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$974 $779
This is one of my favourite courses as it covers ... more
This is one of my favourite courses as it covers the stages that are so important for a good landscape design. full details
Plant Selection And Establishment
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$874 $699
Develop a firm basis for the selection, establishment and maintenance ... more
Develop a firm basis for the selection, establishment and maintenance of a range of commonly used garden plants. full details
Practical Horticulture (I)
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$974 $779
Can you learn the practical side of horticulture by distance ... more
Can you learn the practical side of horticulture by distance education? This course is the ANSWER! full details
Practical Horticulture (II)
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$974 $779
The course contains all the tips to develop excellent practical ... more
The course contains all the tips to develop excellent practical skills in the management of a variety of horticultural situations. You will feel confident to take on tasks and achieve good skills in your field. full details
Proficiency Award In Horticulture Courses Direct Info
This course is designed primarily for people who already have ... more
This course is designed primarily for people who already have some related qualifications or experience, who seek to supplement their existing skills and gain an industry specific qualification that enhances their employ-ability and capacity to work in a specialised area of horticulture. full details
Restoring Established Ornamental Gardens
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$974 $779
Despite the complexities and costs involved; there is an ever ... more
Despite the complexities and costs involved; there is an ever increasing demand for garden renovation specialists. If you love both gardens and history; this could be an ideal career move for you. full details
Soil Management (Horticulture)
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$874 $699
The course is specifically designed for ornamental gardens, landscaping, container ... more
The course is specifically designed for ornamental gardens, landscaping, container growing, and turf situations. full details
Sports Turf Management
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$974 $779
This is a must do course for those currently working ... more
This is a must do course for those currently working in the turf care industry or who are looking to enter it. Students will not only cover the basics in terms of drainage, cultivation, mowing, weeding, and feeding of refined turf, but will also explore appropriate techniques for managing different types of sports turfs. full details
Turf Care
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$974 $779
This is the ideal course for anyone wishing to undertake ... more
This is the ideal course for anyone wishing to undertake employment in a turf or lawn business, or as a landscape gardener. You will learn the basics in terms of turf grass varieties, soil management, cultivation techniques, irrigation and feeding of turfs used for different purposes. You will also acquire more specialised knowledge of weed, pest, and disease control to complete a well rounded foundation in this popular area of study. full details
Turf Repair And Renovation
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$974 $779
A course specifically designed for people working with turf, as ... more
A course specifically designed for people working with turf, as in golf courses, specialized gardeners and garden technicians, turf nurseries' personnel, and for every gardener that has extense or delicate turf areas to care for. The course develops your ability to diagnose and treat problems in turf efficiently. full details
Backyard Self Sufficiency RCC Info
Work with natural systems to boost soil fertility, beat weeds ... more
Work with natural systems to boost soil fertility, beat weeds and pests and provide healthy vegetables. This workshop covers propagation, planting out, compost, worms, chickens and how to design natural systems. Information will also be available on control of fruit ... full details
Certificate II in Horticulture RCC Info
The Certificate II in Horticulture is a nationally recognised qualification. ... more
The Certificate II in Horticulture is a nationally recognised qualification. Please refer to RCC for more information about this course. To enrol in a course at your nearest RCC, download the course brochure. Complete the form and return it to ... full details
Certificate II in Horticulture (Landscape) RCC Info
The Certificate II in Horticulture (Landscape) is a nationally recognised ... more
The Certificate II in Horticulture (Landscape) is a nationally recognised qualification. Please refer to RCC for more information about this course. To enrol in a course at your nearest RCC, download the course brochure. Complete the form and return it ... full details
Certificate III in Horticulture RCC Info
Part Time The Certificate III in Horticulture is a nationally ... more
Part Time The Certificate III in Horticulture is a nationally recognised qualification. Please refer to RCC for more information about this course. To enrol in a course at your nearest RCC, download the course brochure. Complete the form and return ... full details