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Foundation in Horticulture Certificate

Learn how to identify, cultivate and grow a wide variety of different plants. The course is an ideal introduction to plant education and provides a solid foundation to expand your knowledge and skills.
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100% Online

Study flexibly from anywhere.

350 Hours of Study

Build comprehensive horticulture knowledge.

Plant Knowledge

Learn plant growth, propagation and care.

Garden Skills

Develop practical gardening and maintenance skills.

Plant Health

Understand soils, nutrition, pests and diseases.

Earn Your Certificate

Complete your studies and gain certification.

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REFUND POLICY

3-day cooling-off period

Course details

Career & Salary Outcomes

Horticulture Worker

Apply plant care and garden maintenance skills in horticultural environments.

Gardener & Landscaper

Develop skills for maintaining and creating gardens and landscaped spaces.

Nursery Assistant

Work with plants while supporting propagation, care and nursery operations.

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Build practical knowledge in plant care, gardening and horticulture to explore opportunities across gardening, landscaping, plant nurseries and horticultural businesses.

ASSESSMENT & CREDENTIAL

How you are assessed

Assessment is competency-based and completed progressively throughout the course. Each module includes a short knowledge quiz designed to assess your understanding of horticultural principles, plant care, soil management, pest control, and sustainable gardening practices.
Throughout the course, students complete practical and scenario-based assignments that demonstrate their ability to apply horticultural knowledge to real-world gardening and landscape situations. All assessments are reviewed by an experienced tutor, who provides detailed written feedback and guidance where further improvement is required.
Upon successful completion of all course assessments, students are awarded the Foundation in Horticulture Certificate issued by Careers Collective, together with a comprehensive unit transcript. The certificate is endorsed by the International Approval and Registration Centre (IARC), recognising that the course meets internationally recognised vocational education standards.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Open to all students

No specific entry requirements are needed to enrol in the Foundation in Horticulture Certificate. This course is designed for anyone interested in gardening, landscaping, plant care, or starting a career in the horticulture industry. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to expand your practical knowledge, this course provides an accessible introduction to horticulture.
Students should be at least 16 years of age and have a working level of English language proficiency sufficient to complete written coursework and communicate with their tutor. A reliable computer and internet connection are required to access the online learning platform. No previous qualifications or horticultural experience are necessary to begin.

Course Modules

This course is comprised of 3 modules:

Foundation in Horticulture

Topics that will be covered in the Foundation Horticulture module include:

01

Plant growth stages and life cycles

02

Pollination and fertilisation

03

Seed formation and germination

04

Plant propagation

05

Growing plants in greenhouses

06

Outdoor food production

07

Composting

08

Fruit and vegetable crops

09

Pests and diseases

10

Garden planning

11

Indoor plants

Horticulture

Topics covered in the Horticulture module include:

01

Plant identification

02

Planting

03

Common garden problems

04

Fertilising and staking when planting

05

Dealing with bare rooted plants

06

Planting terminology

07

Characteristics of important families

08

Soils and plant nutrition

09

Water management

10

Introduction to irrigation

11

Garden maintenance and weeds

12

Integrated pest management

13

Landscaping

14

Lawns

15

Arboriculture

Elective Module

Elective modules to choose from

01

Horticulture II (Plant Knowledge)

02

Horticulture III (Plant Health)

03

Operational Business Management I (Horticulture)

04

Practical Horticulture I

05

Australian Natives I

06

Botany II (Plant Growth and Development)

Modules

Specialist Learning Areas

The Foundation in Horticulture Certificate provides a practical introduction to essential horticultural knowledge and skills. Throughout the course, students will explore the following specialist learning areas:

Plant Knowledge Fundamentals

Learn to identify common plants and understand their characteristics, growth habits, and care requirements.

Plant Health & Care

Explore essential techniques for maintaining healthy plants through proper watering, nutrition, pruning, and pest management.

Horticulture Business Operations

Gain an introduction to managing horticultural businesses, including planning, customer service, and basic business practices.

Practical Horticulture Skills

Develop hands-on knowledge of planting, propagation, soil preparation, and routine garden maintenance.

Australian Native Plants

Discover the unique features, identification, and care requirements of Australia's diverse native plant species.

Botany: Plant Growth & Development

Understand how plants grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment through the study of basic botanical principles.

Getting Started

How it works

01

Enrol & Get Started

Join the course and access your online learning materials.

02

Learn & Complete

Work through the modules and complete your assessments at your own pace.

03

Earn Your Certificate

Complete your studies and receive your Foundation in Horticulture Certificate.

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Course overview

Payment options

This course can be paid off through an interest free payment plan for $20 per week. It also qualifies for a discount for upfront payments.

Course duration

This course is made up of 3 in-depth modules. The amount of study time required to complete this course is approximately 350 hours of study. There is an option to reduce modules from this program to suit your needs.

Tutor support

You are studying online – but you are not studying alone. Our tutor support service comes with all of our courses and is available to you 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Certification

A Certificate of attainment will be issued upon completion of your course.

24/7 Access

Online 24/7 access to your course allowing you to fit your study in with your schedule.

Your Investment

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$2,200

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Interest-free. Total cost $2,750.

3-day cooling-off period

Enrol, get inside and look around properly. If it isn't the right fit in the first week, switch to another Careers Collectiv course or request a refund under our refund policy. No pressure and no argument.

FAQS

The things people ask us

Yes. The course is 100% online, allowing you to study flexibly from anywhere.

You’ll learn about plant identification, propagation, soils, plant nutrition, irrigation, garden maintenance, landscaping, pests and plant health.

The course includes 3 modules and approximately 350 hours of study.

No. There are no specific entry requirements, making the course suitable for beginners and anyone looking to build their horticulture knowledge.

Yes. Successful completion of the required assessments results in a Foundation in Horticulture Certificate and a comprehensive unit transcript.

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