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This flexible online course gives you the practical knowledge to look after plants, keep stock healthy and attract more customers to your store
Learn how to care for indoor and outdoor plants, keep them in top condition, set up eye-catching displays, and boost sales with better product knowledge and customer service
You will also learn the basics of wholesale nursery management and horticultural marketing, so you can plan, promote and run a plant business with confidence
Enrol from only $49 per week | 10-Day Money Back Guarantee
6 Months Access | ~200 hours
100% online, study whenever suits you
Receive 24/7 support via email and phone
Industry-accredited Bundle
Pay in full for any course over $2,000 and receive a free 15.6-inch laptop. Call our Student Advisors 1800 837 550 to receive this offer!
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This course gives you the practical skills, qualifications, and confidence to really stand out in the job market.
With courses accredited by leading organisations like the International Council for Online Education Standards (ICOES), CPD Standards Office, AAT and others, you don’t just gain knowledge; you position yourself as an outstanding candidate with a qualification you can trust.
Each course is designed to provide you with skills that you can apply immediately in the Australian market, whether it’s in your current job, a new career path, or for personal development.
Our courses are accredited by internationally respected bodies like IARC, ICOES, and CPD Standards Office, ensuring that your skills are recognised globally and within Australia.
Whether you’re looking to advance your career, explore a new industry, or develop a new hobby, our short courses cover everything from administration to childcare, ensuring there’s a course for every interest.
Our short courses are designed to fit your schedule, allowing you to study when it suits you best. With expert guidance from tutors, you can progress at your own speed and focus on the areas most relevant to your career goals in Australia.
Whether you prefer to pay upfront, weekly, fortnightly, or even monthly, we’ve got you covered. With our flexible payment options, you’ll have the freedom to choose the payment frequency that works best for you. No matter your budget or schedule, we’re here to make education affordable and accessible for you.
Pay Upfront
$2,499 + GST
One-off up-front payment
10-Day money back guarantee
Normal Cost: $2,499.00 + GST
Pay in full for any course over $2,000 and receive a free 15.6-inch laptop. Call our Student Advisors 1800 837 550 to receive this offer!
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$49
PER WEEK
Budget friendly option with flexibility in payments
Pay weekly, fortnightly, or monthly
No deposit, no credit check
Total Cost: $2,499.00 + GST
Upon successfully completing your course, you’ll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. This certificate not only recognises your hard work but also serves as an industry-accredited qualification that will help you stand out in the job market. Whether you’re aiming for a new job or looking to get promoted, this certificate will open doors to better career opportunities.
Our tutors are here to help you every step of the way. They’re not just knowledgeable, they’re passionate about your success. Whether it’s a quick question or detailed guidance, you’ll have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email. We’re committed to ensuring you feel confident and supported throughout your learning journey.
Our Short Courses prepare you for exciting roles in a large array of professions. Whether you want to work with a small business or a global corporation, we’ll equip you for roles such as:
The Career Academy is committed to helping you upskill so you can get a new job or gain a promotion. Upon enrolment, you’ll receive instant access to our Career Centre and benefit from:
We also offer extra job and career support for those that want to upgrade to the Career Success Bundle. When you upgrade to this, you’ll receive these fantastic benefits:
Read through our student’s incredible journies with us at The Career Academy.
Hiromi’s Journey into Bookkeeping
Hiromi found the perfect work-life balance after enrolling in The Career Academy’s Certificate in Bookkeeping. As a busy mum, the flexibility of online study allowed her to pursue her dream career while caring for her family. Upon completing her course, she secured a role with The Back Office Company and began her journey in a new profession.
Cameron’s Success with Mobile Dog Grooming
Cameron Young transformed his passion for dogs into a successful mobile dog grooming service. With everything from a full grooming table to a hydro-bath, he brings the salon directly to his client’s homes, making it easier for those with limited time or mobility. Cameron’s journey started with The Career Academy’s Diploma in Dog Grooming, which equipped him with the skills and confidence to launch his business.
Christine’s Determination to Succeed
Despite facing health challenges, Christine pursued a career in medical reception through The Career Academy. The Certificate in Medical Reception provided her with the skills and confidence to work in a medical practice, allowing her to increase her workload and achieve her professional goals.
Once you enrol you will receive a Student ID card, allowing you to instantly prove your official status and access over 150,000 students discounts both in The Career Academy and around the world.
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“Chris was fantastic to speak with. He informed me of all the options available to me with The Career Academy and I’m really excited to begin my journey to achieving my Diploma in Business. Thank you for everything Chris!”
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“Completing this certificate was really eye opening and hopefully gives me the tools to succeed! It was easy to complete within my uni break for a qualification applicable to work that can open doors for me before I graduate uni”
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“They answer my queries on time, and help me to understand my assignment”
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“The course is well structured and easy to comprehend. The hard copy was a great asset and mine to keep for reference moving forward.”
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“Following up on an email I sent for more information, an admin person rang me to talk through the options available for the experience I was wanting to gain. After a long chat we arrived at the best course for me. I am enjoying it, and recommend you purchase the printed copy of the online content. The notes are easy to follow, the online exercises are great and the online video clips are really helpful.
I am looking forward to completing the course so I can look for a job in the New Year with my new experience in Xero and MYOB.”
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There are no entry requirements or prerequisites to enrol on this course. You can enrol online directly by clicking “Enrol Now” and following the prompts. Alternatively, you can enrol over the phone with our friendly student advisors – call 1800 837 550 or email [email protected]
Your course is delivered through our online learning platform, which you can access from any web browser 24/7 to work whenever and wherever you want. You can also interact with your tutors and other students within the learning environment. Online learning allows you to make the best use of your time and puts all the necessary resources at your fingertips. There are no set course start dates; you can start whenever you are ready, and your tutors and student services will check in on your progress and help you every step of the way.
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Absolutely! You’ve got a 10-day cooling-off period (trial period) at the start of your course. Take that time to review all your learning material and get a feel for online learning. If you decide the course isn’t for you within the trial period, you’ll get a full money-back guarantee*.
You will cover plant care, pest control, plant ID, nursery types, soil basics, product knowledge, stock and display management, customer service, business operations, indoor and outdoor plant sales, wholesale nursery management and horticultural marketing.
Yes. You will learn how to run a retail garden centre and a wholesale nursery, including how to organise a site, manage pests and irrigation, plan growing media and control plant growth
You will learn to identify plants, keep stock healthy, set up displays, prune and water properly, handle customer service, solve complaints, plan a nursery site, control pests, manage irrigation and use online tools for marketing
