Location
Online
Dates
Can be taken anytime
Course Type
Professional Training Course
Accreditation
Yes (Details)
Language
English
Price
$399 $99 only

Course Overview

Garden Design and Maintenance Diploma

Whether you are thinking of starting a career outdoors as a gardening expert or you are already working in the industry and are thinking of starting your own garden company, then the Garden Design and Maintenance Diploma is the right choice for you.

Introduction to the Garden Design and Maintenance Diploma

This information packed course will teach you the basics you need to start your own gardening company or boost your career within the gardening industry. You can turn your hobby into a successful business by completing the twenty nine modules and passing the multiple choice question test.

The modules cover everything from basic gardening to pest control, landscaping and more. The course takes approximately fifteen hours to complete and on successful completion, you will have the ability to download and print your industry recognised diploma.

When applying for a position within the gardening industry, your potential employer will be able to confirm your certification online. During your studies you will enjoy the convenience of studying at your own pace with no set schedule and from anywhere using any device, as long as you have a connection to the internet to access the modules.

What You Will Learn:

The twenty nine modules included in this Garden Design and Maintenance Diploma are brimming with information to help you jump start your gardening career and turn your hobby and passion into a money-making opportunity.

  • Learn the basics of gardening from the various soil types to plant planning and purchasing.
  • Identify an effective garden planning process from the initial consultation with the client through to site surveys, maintenance planning, to the final and completed project.
  • Know different garden design styles. Learn how to gain inspiration throughout the day, how to design a mood board and how to implement your design effectively for the best results.
  • Understand site surveys, approvals and measuring techniques. Learn how to use survey maps, photographic records and what surveys and appraisals you are going to need before you begin.
  • Learn the benefits of project planning.
  • Know the five forms that should be included in all your client packs.
  • Learn more about drawing a plan and essential graphic skills.
  • Know the various surfaces and materials, understand what hard landscaping is and how to deal with it.
  • Know the secrets of great soil.
  • Understand the importance of the right plan selection and care. This includes use of colours to make an impact.
  • Gain valuable plant knowledge that you can use daily to make the best choices based on your design, garden location and finish.
  • Learn how to identify high maintenance areas within any garden. Know the different options when it comes to low maintenance planning.
  • Learn the importance of sustainability. Know what plants to use, about water conservation and how to recycle and reuse when working in any garden.
  • Learn essential tips for

Who should take this course

Anyone can take up this course upon interest in anytime you want, anywhere you want, all you need is a smart phone/tablet/computer connected to the internet.

Upon completion, you will have a test with multiple choice questions and there is no limit on the number of attempts.

Accreditation

CPD

Course content

This course is designed to provide you with a wide range of benefits, including:

  • An easy to understand syllabus that you can learn at home and in your own time.
  • Improve your career prospects with an industry recognised diploma.
  • Learn using

About Course Provider

Online Courses Learning is a provider of career essential courses. Simple understandable media content, concept oriented learning which helps develop career opportunities in the corporate World.

The learning experience has been designed from the ground up keeping your success in mind.

You can study at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home.

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