Certificates and Diplomas Courses

Horticultural Managers - good ones are much sought after, but are scarce on the ground!

Horticultural management training - many courses are offered in the field but few compare with this one! Our courses are based on problem based learning - this gives our graduate students the ability to confidently make informed decisions, in all areas of horticultural management.

Management positions - employers look for well trained managers that have the ability to make informed decisions as well as run the operations side of their businesses. This course will place you ahead of the pack!

The nature and scope of horticultural management has changed dramatically in recent decades and will no doubt continue to change rapidly, however, there will always remain a need for horticultural managers whilst we continue to eat fruit and vegetables, play sport, and use tree planting to improve the environment.

Horticultural managers require a strong foundation in both horticulture and management. They need to how to correctly identify large numbers of different plants, and they need to understand the science that underpins knowledge of how to propagate or grow those plants.

“Professional managers in horticulture are scarce and opportunities abound for those with the good solid qualifications this course delivers. If you are ready to advance your career, or have aspirations beyond the average, then this management focused course (that also encourages thorough horticultural knowledge) will enable you to fulfil your goals.”  Adriana Fraser Cert.Hort., Cert.Child Care, Adv.Cert.App.Mgt., Cert IV Assessment and Training, Adv.Dip.Hort, ACS Tutor.

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Expand you career opportunities with generalist horticultural training.

This course provides a broad-based foundation to allow you to adapt to and work in different sectors of the industry, as a technician, business owner, consultant, etc. Horticultural staff need to have a strong foundation in both science and plants. They will need to know: What affects plant growth (Soils, nutrition, water, temperature, pests etc), Cultural Techniques (Propagation, pruning, planting, shelter, etc), Plant Knowledge (Plant family characteristics, classification system, etc).

“Flexibility is the key to this course - it won’t pigeon hole you into one area but develops the broad skills and flexibility required by horticulturists in all sectors of the industry. An excellent course for those not necessarily wanting to specialise. More employment opportunities exist for those with broad knowledge and skills.”  Adriana Fraser - Cert. Horticulture, Adv.Cert.App.Mgt., Cert IV Assessment and Training, Adv.Dip.Horticulture - ACS Tutor.

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The best certificate in horticulture course available! More plant identification, more plant culture and more of what is required in the horticulture industry - when compared to other similar qualifications on offer. 

“This is equivalent to studying a Trade Certificate in Horticulture. It covers what you would learn while doing an apprenticeship, so is valuable for those who want to learn about Horticulture from the ground up.” - Tracey Morris Dip.Hort., Cert.Hort., Cert III Organic Farming, ACS Tutor.

If you want a career in horticulture, this is one of the best starting points. This Certificate was developed with a great deal of industry input throughout the 1990's then revised by staff in Australia and the UK in 2004 to ensure international relevance. Graduates from this 600-700 hour certificate have a history of outstanding career success. The course provides a very strong foundation in general horticulture (up to 350 hours) as well as specialised training in a chosen area such as propagation, landscaping, nursery, arboriculture, organics. 

AUSTRALIAN OPPORTUNITIES: After years of drought, things are now looking very bright for graduates of this type of course! Australian horticulture declined between 2003 and 2007; horticultural colleges closed and many professionals left the industry. Now the industry has turned a corner and we simply don't have enough colleges or graduates. Undertaking this course is a better bet than ever!  Talk To Us and Plan Your Career.

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NB: The range of streams available for online or CD may be limited.

If you are looking for a 'real' Certificate in Horticulture that will give you more then the basics (so often the extent of most courses on offer now), then this course is for you. Employers want graduates with a sound grounding in horticulture - this course offers that in the core units, and specialises in grounds management in the stream units. 

“This is equivalent to doing a Trade Certificate. It focuses on aspects of turf and large gardens rather than on other areas of Horticulture. It would be a very useful course for those working in resort maintenance.” - Tracey Morris Dip.Hort., Cert.Hort., Cert III Organic Farming, ACS Tutor.

Accredited through International Accreditation & Recognition Council
A 700 hour course that provides training for gardeners, groundsmen and others involved in the care and maintenance of parks, gardens and turf facilities. This course is the same as the other VHT002 horticulture certificates in its introductory (core) units, but devotes 50% of the course to topics specifically related to grounds maintenance.

 

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Broad knowledge of the fundamentals of horticulture are key to employment and advancement in horticulture - irrelevant of the industry sector. This course sets itself apart from others on offer. It is comprehensive, provides students with a challenge and builds the knowledge required for success in this field. Employers are looking for this in graduates - and are so disappointed by the poor output of many horticulture graduates. Undertake this course to place yourself ahead of the field!

 “This course is equivalent to doing a Trade Certificate. It focuses on the requirements for growing and maintaining plants in ornamental display gardens. A good course for people who want to work in parks and gardens where there are display beds to maintain.” - Tracey Morris Dip.Hort., Cert.Hort., Cert III Organic Farming, ACS Tutor.

Accredited through International Accreditation & recognition Council
A 600 hour course that provides initial training for anyone working, or intending to work in ornamental horticulture. This course is similar to other VHT002 horticulture certificates in its introductory (core) units, but devotes 50% of the course to topics specifically related to ornamental horticulture. The course is designed to teach the basics of how to identify, grow, and maintain ornamental plants and gardens in any climate. Emphasis is placed on the plant varieties which are horticulturally most valuable. Topics covered include garden maintenance, turf care, arboriculture, landscaping, and nursery work.

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Why choose this course ahead of others on offer? Because we are dedicated to ensuring that your qualification is worthwhile out in the field - where it matters. Our courses focus on the student gaining broad knowledge and skills, and the ability to make decisions. Most other courses at this level focus on teaching students 'how to work under supervision' giving little scope for advancement - without a lot of further study. By focusing on problem based learning, we produce graduates with the edge, especially when it comes to management potential.

 

“This is equivalent to doing a Trade Certificate. It will give you knowledge and skills to specialise in the treatment of pest and disease problems in plants. - Tracey Morris Dip.Hort., Cert.Hort., Cert III Organic Farming, ACS Tutor.

Accredited through International Accreditation & recognition Council
A 700 hr certificate that provides initial training in the area of plant protection. This course is similar to other VHT002 horticulture certificates in its introductory (core) units, but devotes 50% of the course to topics specifically related to plant protection. Areas such as pest and disease treatment, plant health, correct use of chemicals and the best way to care for your plants are covered.

 

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Does horticultural science appeal to you?  This course gives opportunities to the students looking 'outside of the square' and expand their careers in horticulture. Opportunities exist in management, teaching, research etc. Very appealing to those that have already worked in the field for many years and are looking for a new challenge. Also as relevant to those interested in horticulture but wanting to broaden their options.

“This fantastic course is for the serious horticulturist with a bent for science. However it also covers the more practical components of horticulture giving you an all round qualification. Opportunities abound for those completing this course – you can work in research, teach, or apply your skills to any industry sector.” - Adriana Fraser Cert.Hort., Cert.Child Care, Adv.Cert.App.Mgt., Cert IV Assessment and Training, Adv.Dip.Hort, ACS Tutor.

Develop a strong foundation in both horticulture and science - how to identify a wide range of plant species, plus the botany and chemistry that underpin the knowledge required to grow those plants.

Graduates may find employment as:

• A consultant
• A technician
• A teacher
• A research assistant.

This course is internationally accredited through I.A.R.C

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Looking for flexibility in your qualification?

Horticulture is very broad based comprising of many industry sectors - this course lets you lay the foundation for a career in Professional Horticulture without locking you into a specific sector.

This is a fully professional course with a very broad focus.

Unlike some other horticulture diplomas this course provides an opportunity to study across a wide variety of sub-disciplines within horticulture this allows you to move from one industry sector to another throughout your career.

If you love horticulture but don't want to lock yourself into a career in just crops, landscaping, parks, turf or nursery .... take this diploma and set yourself apart from most other horticulture diploma graduates by having a broader knowledge base.

 

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A great informative and comprehensive course for those needing a qualification.

Have the experience and skills - but need a qualification? This course offers you the opportunity to gain a qualification without having to spend years studying. 

Qualifications are usually required these days, irrelevant of how much industry experience you may have. Those without at least a basic qualification are usually overlooked for promotion or even from gaining new employment opportunities.

 A "Specialised Qualification" for people that have experience but need a theoretical foundation as well as a qualification. This comprises a set syllabus consisting generally of 30 lessons that relate to a particular specialist theme. A Proficiency Award allows you to study subjects in a highly specialised area. You select and study three short courses of your own choice, which relate to each other (eg. Three crops or three landscaping short courses). In addition, you must complete 200 hrs of approved work experience before receiving the award. Approval of course structure must be obtained before enrolling.

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Gain respect anywhere in the world with this prestigious qualification!

This Diploma is highly regarded worldwide, and is awarded by the world's largest and most prestigeous horticultural organisation upon successful theory and practical examinations (conducted twice yearly). Theory exams may be undertaken across the world, but a one day practical exam may at this stage only be completed in the UK.

Prerequisites:  Anyone enrolling in this diploma is assumed to have first completed either: The RHS General Certificate in Horticulture; or an equivalent certificate such as the ACS Certificate in Horticulture.

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Do prestige and world-wide opportunities appeal to you?

This course has the ability to provide you with both! Aimed at dedicated students, this course is comprehensive and challenging and gives you the opportunity to reap the rewards. The RHS has set the standards - it is up to you to take up the challenge!

 

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is known and respected worldwide, and their qualifications are considered the most internationally credible qualifications in horticulture. This course run by the Australian Correspondence Schools (ACS) will prepare you to sit the RHS Advanced Certificate in Horticulture examinations, including the practical examination which must be undertaken in the UK.

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Students use this prestigious qualification to step up the horticultural ladder. An extremely informative course in horticultural practice and principles, underpinned by sound scientific knowledge. All qualities sought by employers - world-wide.

This vocationally-oriented course comprises core studies in general horticulture plus specialised elective studies. The course is designed to lay a foundation for a long-term career in horticulture by developing the ability to identify a large range of plants, knowledge of essential horticultural principles and practices and practical skills in plant propagation, growth and care. This course provides certification from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) UK.

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