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Advanced Permaculture Courses Direct $974 $779

Take the next step this course takes you well beyond ... more

Take the next step this course takes you well beyond permculture foundation courses. Complete this course after Permaculture Systems and you are ready to create a design for a range of situations - as a consultant to others or for your own property. full details

Agricultural Marketing Courses Direct $874 $699

Being a successful rural businessman or woman is a difficult ... more

Being a successful rural businessman or woman is a difficult managerial role. Very few non-rural businesses are presented with the continuing changes and variations that confront a rural business. full details

Alternative Energy Courses Direct $793 $629

Learn to become less reliant on the electricity and gas ... more

Learn to become less reliant on the electricity and gas companies and save money through alternative energy sources. This course will equip you with knowledge and understanding of the types of alternative energy, better ways to manage energy consumption, how electric and non-electric systems work, different techniques for storing electricity, and use this knowledge to plan how to convert a buildings energy supply to an alternative system. full details

Animal Anatomy And Physiology (Animal Husbandry I ) Courses Direct $874 $699

Develop a sound foundation knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology ... more

Develop a sound foundation knowledge of animal anatomy and physiology as a basis to understanding the care and management of animals. This course is the starting point for working with animals in any situation. Study - cells & tissues; the digestive system; the circulatory system; the urinary system; the nervous system; respiration; the reproductive system; muscles & meat; the skeleton; animal growth, development, and the endocrine system; and the comparison of different animals. full details

Animal Behaviour Courses Direct $974 $779

This course provides an excellent foundation for working with animals ... more

This course provides an excellent foundation for working with animals in any situation: farms, zoos, veterinary practices, pet shops or even in the wild. full details

Animal Breeding For Beginners Courses Direct $874 $699

Family planning pays dividends plan and implement animal breeding programs ... more

Family planning pays dividends plan and implement animal breeding programs using genetic theory, practical applications to daily husbandry practice, and management of animal breeding programs. full details

Animal Feed & Nutrition (Animal Husbandry III) Courses Direct $874 $699

Evaluate and select feeds Learn the composition of a range ... more

Evaluate and select feeds Learn the composition of a range of feeds, including pasture, fodder crops, grasses, cereals, seed, and other edible plants. This course also explains the role of proteins, vitamins and minerals in animal diets. It equips you with the skills required to evaluate feeding and select appropriate feeds - for digestibility and nutritional content - applicable to real life farming situations. full details

Animal Health (Animal Husbandry II) Courses Direct $874 $699

A solid introduction to animal health, where you learn to ... more

A solid introduction to animal health, where you learn to assess animal health, explain a variety of conditions and identify appropriate treatments or responses to a range of more common complaints or illnesses. full details

Animal Health Care For Beginners Courses Direct $874 $699

Do you want to learn more about animals and how ... more

Do you want to learn more about animals and how to care for them? This course has been designed to help you understand animal health and basic veterinarian practices. full details

Aqua-Culture Courses Direct $974 $779

Improve production or start a new aquaculture venture. This course ... more

Improve production or start a new aquaculture venture. This course can help you no matter what direction you want to take. This course aims to develop your ability to independently analyse and make decisions about the development and management of freshwater aquaculture enterprises. full details

Beef Cattle Management Courses Direct $874 $699

Beef up on industry knowledge and experience This course is ... more

Beef up on industry knowledge and experience This course is designed to help producers analyse and make decisions about the management requirements of beef cattle. full details

Biochemistry - Animal Processes (III) Courses Direct $974 $779

This course part of many advanced courses such as our ... more

This course part of many advanced courses such as our many health science advanced diplomas and some horticultural diplomas. full details

Biochemistry of Animal and Human (I) Courses Direct $874 $699

Biochemistry is at the base of most health sciences, prepare ... more

Biochemistry is at the base of most health sciences, prepare yourself for your health science career by studying biochemistry. Biochemistry I (Animal) is an introductory course to biochemistry. This course is similar to Biochemistry I (Plants) with a focus on animal biochemistry. Biochemistry provides the knowledge base for all human and animals health studies. full details

Calf Rearing Courses Direct $874 $699

Successful completion of this course/module will develop your ability to ... more

Successful completion of this course/module will develop your ability to independently analyse and make decisions about the management requirements of calf rearing. full details

Cell Biology Courses Direct $874 $699

An essential foundation course for all people interested in human ... more

An essential foundation course for all people interested in human health, animal care and animal studies. The cell is the basic unit of life. Its knowledge is most essential to understand how life works for higher animals and plants. Upon completion of this course students should have a sound understanding of cell structure and processes. full details

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

Commercial Organic Vegetable Growing Courses Direct $974 $779

Working or wanting to work on an organic farm? Learn ... more

Working or wanting to work on an organic farm? Learn the processes required to tap into the commercial organic vegetable market; this extensive course provides a wealth of knowledge and practical skills and shows you how to market your produce. full details

Commercial Vegetable Production Courses Direct $974 $779

Learn about growing crops of vegetables in productive way with ... more

Learn about growing crops of vegetables in productive way with these steps. Learning the importance of soils, cultural practices and pest and disease management is a great way to get optimum crop production. full details

Dairy Cattle Management Courses Direct $874 $699

This is a very solid foundation course developed in collaboration ... more

This is a very solid foundation course developed in collaboration with industry and by our team of experts including agriculturalists, animal scientists and veterinary surgeons. full details

Diagnosing Animal Diseases (Under development) Courses Direct $974 $779

Learn to examine a sick animal, collect symptomatic information, and ... more

Learn to examine a sick animal, collect symptomatic information, and either diagnose a disease, or determine an appropriate course of action to obtain assistance with obtaining a diagnosis. full details

Environmental Assessment Courses Direct $974 $779

YOUR FIRST STEP TO A CAREER AS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT. Work ... more

YOUR FIRST STEP TO A CAREER AS ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT. Work in this area has expanded greatly in recent decades, and when combined with a knowledge of plant or animal identification and ecology, this course develops an extremely valuable skill. full details

Environmental Studies Courses Direct $793 $629

This is an introductory course. It aims to provide you ... more

This is an introductory course. It aims to provide you with a better understanding of the physical surroundings of the world we live in. full details

Environmental Waste Management Courses Direct $874 $699

This course covers what is waste and how can be ... more

This course covers what is waste and how can be minimized, what is pollution, how waste is disposed of through natural processes and how to harness those processes to better manage waste disposal. full details

Equine Behaviour Courses Direct $974 $779

The study of equine behaviour provides a foundation for more ... more

The study of equine behaviour provides a foundation for more sensitive and informed care and training of horses, and can help you understand your horse's behaviour, and work more effectively with its inherent nature. full details

Farm Management Courses Direct $974 $779

Improve your capacity to more effectively manage a farm or ... more

Improve your capacity to more effectively manage a farm or agricultural enterprise which services farms. Through this course, learn to analyse, diagnose and make decisions related to management of a farm business. The course relates to managing all resources, including; production, staff, physical resources, and natural resources. You learn strategic planning, whole farm planning, and how to prepare a business plan. full details

Fruit Production - Temperate Climate Courses Direct $874 $699

This course is ideal for anyone serious about fruit growing; ... more

This course is ideal for anyone serious about fruit growing; from the small hobby farmer to orchard worker, or enthusiastic amateur who aspires to win first prize for their fruit at the local garden show. full details

Fruit Production - Warm Climate Courses Direct $874 $699

In this course we have people create their own fruit ... more

In this course we have people create their own fruit garden at home or learn how to produce and market stock commercially. full details

Home Hydroponics Courses Direct $793 $629

This is a good starting point for those who have ... more

This is a good starting point for those who have little experience in horticulture or hydroponics; whose main interest is in growing AT HOME. Unlike our other courses, this course is NOT intended for commercial growing in any way. You will learn the theory behind hydroponic culture, as well as receive first hand practical experience as you set up your own basic hydroponic system. full details

Home Propagation (Beginner's) Courses Direct $874 $699

This course aims to develop a basic understanding of the ... more

This course aims to develop a basic understanding of the principles of plant propagation, an overview of propagation techniques, equipment and a general knowledge of the methods of propagation of the more commonly cultivated plants. full details

Home Vegetable Growing Courses Direct $793 $629

There are many different ways you can grow vegetables; and ... more

There are many different ways you can grow vegetables; and an almost endless range of varieties to choose from. The method you choose and the varieties you grow should depend upon the time, space, level of knowledge and other resources available to you. This course teaches you many different ways of growing, and what is needed for just about every vegetable you can think of. full details

Horse Care Advanced (III) Courses Direct $874 $699

Manage the health and condition of horses in different situations. ... more

Manage the health and condition of horses in different situations. Learn to identify signs of poor condition and ill health, and address the problems appropriately. full details

Horse Care Basics (I) Courses Direct $874 $699

Learn about horse psychology and handling, evaluate conformation, understand the ... more

Learn about horse psychology and handling, evaluate conformation, understand the importance of dietary requirements to the horse, learn about the horses digestive system and the principles of feeding and watering your horse, use correct grooming procedures, develop appropriate management procedures and broaden existing knowledge of commercial opportunities in the horse world. full details

Horse Care Intermediate (II) Courses Direct $874 $699

This course follows on from Horse Care I. While this ... more

This course follows on from Horse Care I. While this course is relevant to horses at grass, it does focus heavily upon care of the stabled horse. The course covers feeding, stabling, food care, bedding, tack and conditioning of the horse. full details

Horticultural Marketing Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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) Courses Direct $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

Hydroponic Management (Hydroponics II) Courses Direct $874 $699

Even more in - depth than Hydroponics I, Hydroponics II ... more

Even more in - depth than Hydroponics I, Hydroponics II takes a closer look at a few plant species in particular. full details

Hydroponics for Beginners (I) Courses Direct $974 $779

This is the starting point for anyone serious hydroponic grower ... more

This is the starting point for anyone serious hydroponic grower who is relatively new to the discipline. This course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from some of the most experienced hydroponic experts available. full details

Industry Project Courses Direct $793 $629

This is a practical requirement for several certificate and diploma ... more

This is a practical requirement for several certificate and diploma qualifications. full details

Intermediate Amenity Horticulture (II) Courses Direct $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

Intermediate Botany - Plant Growth and Development (II) Courses Direct $974 $779

This course explains the principles and practices of plant physiology. ... more

This course explains the principles and practices of plant physiology. The course is designed for all those that need to know plants in depth, how they work, how they grow, which factors promote their development and which factors hinders their growth. full details

Introduction To Ecology Courses Direct $793 $629

Ecology is the cornerstone of the Life Sciences. It provides ... more

Ecology is the cornerstone of the Life Sciences. It provides the link between the different branches of Life Sciences, structuring them as a complete concept of life. full details

Introduction To Marine Studies (I) Courses Direct $874 $699

This course is a perfect introduction for people wanting to ... more

This course is a perfect introduction for people wanting to work in the field of Marine Studies. You will be introduced to a wide range of factors related to marine studies which include marine ecology systems, reef formation and function, marine organisms such as fish, cephalopods and marine mammals, marine ecosystems and how human activity impacts these. full details

Introduction to Amenity Horticulture (I) Courses Direct $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

Introduction to Botany - Plant Physiology and Taxonomy (I) Courses Direct $874 $699

Discover the world of Botany. The course contains the basis ... more

Discover the world of Botany. The course contains the basis of plant science, and is an introduction to plant physiology and taxonomy, covering general botany including morphology and anatomy. full details

Irrigation - Agriculture Courses Direct $874 $699

This is a sound foundation course introducing you to the ... more

This is a sound foundation course introducing you to the basics of irrigation design and management. full details

Irrigation - Crops Courses Direct $874 $699

This is a sound foundation course introducing you to the ... more

This is a sound foundation course introducing you to the basics of irrigation design and management. full details

Irrigation Management Courses Direct $974 $779

The aim of irrigation management is to reuse water as ... more

The aim of irrigation management is to reuse water as much as possible, to collect and store as much water as possible, and to ensure that what water you do use is used in an efficient manner. This course builds on Irrigation BAG213. It teaches you to manage the design and operation of large scale irrigation systems. 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 Courses Direct $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

Managing Poultry Courses Direct $874 $699

This course is designed to enable you to analyse and ... more

This course is designed to enable you to analyse and make decisions about the management requirements of poultry. Learn about: terminology, breeds, health care; nutrition, diseases in poultry, housing and shelter, layers, broilers, incubation, brooding, record keeping, economics & marketing. full details

Marine Studies Intermediate (II) Courses Direct $874 $699

This course follows on from Marine studies I, extending your ... more

This course follows on from Marine studies I, extending your knowledge of a wide variety of marine organisms. full details

Nature Park Management - Introduction Courses Direct $974 $779

This course has been specifically designed for people working or ... more

This course has been specifically designed for people working or wishing to work in nature parks and reserves, in managerial or technical positions. The course develops the student’s skills to undertake the management of practical aspects of nature parks. full details

Nature Park Management Intermediate Courses Direct $974 $779

This course builds on Nature Park Management I, but can ... more

This course builds on Nature Park Management I, but can be taken in its own right. It concentrates more on indigenous plants and using them to create natural, balanced ecosystems. Learn to create nature trails, build rockeries and pathways, construct ponds and watercourses, design picnic grounds and animal enclosures, promote a nature park, and lots more. full details

Nursery Sales Assistant Courses Direct $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

Orchid Culture Courses Direct $874 $699

Get the broad picture of what orchids are all about ... more

Get the broad picture of what orchids are all about and learn how to improve your results and grow flowers which will be the envy of all who see them. full details

Organic Farming Courses Direct $974 $779

The course covers organic management issues such as certification, marketing, ... more

The course covers organic management issues such as certification, marketing, and environmental concerns, organic soil management and crop nutrition, weed management, pest and disease management, livestock management, pasture and crops. full details

Organic Plant Culture Courses Direct $874 $699

This courses has been developed by a team of organic ... more

This courses has been developed by a team of organic experts including John Mason (author of Sustainable Agriculture) and Maggi Brown (former Education Officer with Garden Organic /HDRA). It is a very solid training ground for anyone who is serious about growing organic vegetables, herbs or other plants. full details

Outdoor Plant Production (Crops I) Courses Direct $874 $699

This course started live as a Crops course developed by ... more

This course started live as a Crops course developed by John Mason in 1980. Over the years it has been revised and upgraded many times with input from over 20 horticulturists in both the UK and Australia. Today's course is very much up to date and an excellent foundation for any type of outdoor plant production. full details

Pasture Management Courses Direct $874 $699

This course is designed to be useful to those already ... more

This course is designed to be useful to those already managing existing pastures and those who wish to establish successful new pastures. full details

Permaculture - Animals in a Permaculture System (III) Courses Direct $793 $629

The course covers the role of insects, animal husbandry of ... more

The course covers the role of insects, animal husbandry of poultry, bees, pigs, goats and cattle, aquaculture systems, and how to integrate animals into a garden. full details

Permaculture - Permaculture Gardens (II) Courses Direct $874 $699

This course deals with preparing plans for different types of ... more

This course deals with preparing plans for different types of permaculture gardens. full details

Permaculture Advanced (IV) Courses Direct $974 $779

The course covers an overview of permaculture, energy efficient building ... more

The course covers an overview of permaculture, energy efficient building alternatives, waste disposal systems, recycling, natural watering and sustainable energy alternatives, and designing for natural disasters. full details

Permaculture Basics (I) Courses Direct $793 $629

This course introduces the basic concepts of Permaculture, and develops ... more

This course introduces the basic concepts of Permaculture, and develops a basis for permaculture design by explaining the patterns which occur in nature, such as weather systems, water cycles, topography, soil-plant interactions and forest ecology, and how a knowledge of these patterns can be used to reproduce balanced and productive garden growing systems. full details

Permaculture Systems Courses Direct $974 $779

In this intensive and practical course you develop the fundamentals ... more

In this intensive and practical course you develop the fundamentals required to implement permaculture principles, and to produce a design for a large or small property. full details

Pig Management Courses Direct $874 $699

A sound foundation course, it develops a broad understanding of ... more

A sound foundation course, it develops a broad understanding of pig biology and production; covering such things as breeding and selection, feeding, diseases, boar management, managing the sow and litter, fattening pigs, record keeping and more! full details

Planning Layout And Construction Of Ornamental Gardens Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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) Courses Direct $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) Courses Direct $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 Environmental Management Courses Direct Info

A qualification designed to renew your career and open new ... more

A qualification designed to renew your career and open new opportunities for your professional development. 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

Propagation for Beginners Courses Direct $974 $779

This course deals with the principles of propagation, and all ... more

This course deals with the principles of propagation, and all of these methods; as well as materials and equipment. full details

Restoring Established Ornamental Gardens Courses Direct $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

Sheep Management Courses Direct $874 $699

This course examines: Selection and breeding of sheep, Improving Nutrition, ... more

This course examines: Selection and breeding of sheep, Improving Nutrition, Sheep health, Management of the commercial flock, Wool, Lamb and much more. full details

Soil Management (Agriculture) Courses Direct $874 $699

Learn how to improve your soils and benefit from them. more

Learn how to improve your soils and benefit from them. full details

Soil Management (Horticulture) Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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

Sustainable Agriculture Courses Direct $874 $699

Lessons focus on soils, water, land care, weed control, tree ... more

Lessons focus on soils, water, land care, weed control, tree management, pest and diseases, fire, financial sustainability, broad management strategies and enterprise selection and management (plants and animals). full details

Turf Care Courses Direct $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 Courses Direct $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

Water Conservation And Management Courses Direct $974 $779

Learn about water resources, use and application of water conservation ... more

Learn about water resources, use and application of water conservation measures in different contexts. Improve your capacity to design, implement and asses water management plans and procedures. full details

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