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- Learning MethodOnline
- IntakesNow Open
- LocationsAustralia Wide
- Duration12 months
Course Overview
The Certificate in Advanced Horticulture is a comprehensive online course designed for garden enthusiasts or landscaping professionals seeking formal horticultural expertise. Delivered through flexible, self paced modules over 12 months, it provides 24/7 access and tutor support six days a week.
Your journey begins with plant taxonomy and landscape planning, then shifts to practical skills in garden maintenance, nutrition, pest and disease management, and resource efficiency including use of herbicides and pesticide safety.
The curriculum also equips you with business knowledge managing teams, strategic planning, and project workflows preparing you to launch or advance a successful horticulture enterprise.
Job Outcomes
- Landscape or Garden Maintenance Supervisor
- Horticulture Project Manager
- Nursery or Greenhouse Production Assistant
- Horticulture Business Owner
Prerequisite & Entry Criteria
- You only need a computer or tablet with reliable internet, equipment can be provided if needed.
- If you are under 18, guardian approval is required to enrol.
- If you have any disabilities or medical conditions that might affect your online study, please notify us so we can fully support your learning.
Subjects
- Module 1 Plant Taxonomy & Landscape Planning
- Technical Classifications & Plant Identification
- Plant Families, Genera & Species
- Plant Types Selection Criteria
- Landscape Creation & Plant Uses
- Module 2 Garden Maintenance & Plant Health
- Water Management & Soils
- Plant Nutrition & Fertilising
- Garden Maintenance Practices
- Pest & Disease Identification
- Damage Variances & Ensuring Plant Health
- Module 3 Pest, Disease & Safety Management
- Pest Categories & Management Methods
- Plant Disease & Prevention Methods
- Chemical vs Natural Controls
- OHS Risks, Assessments & Controls
- Environmental Impact Considerations
- Module 4 Resource & Business Management
- Resource Research & Due Diligence
- Decision Making in Horticulture Projects
- Starting or Managing a Horticulture Business
- Human & Physical Resource Management
- Operational Procedures & Professional Obligations
Fees
Fees for this course depend on your method of payment. Be sure to ask about interest-free payment plans that may be available to you.
About the Institution
Learning Online Australia delivers flexible, job-ready education across a wide range of industries, including animal care, business, agriculture, lifestyle, and more. Our programs are built in consultation with subject matter experts and employers to ensure the training reflects industry needs and emerging trends.
Students benefit from a unique blend of online content, practical kits where necessary, and personalised support. Whether they’re pivoting careers, starting side projects, or upskilling for their current role, our learners can study on their terms and graduate with real-world confidence.