Certificate in Managing a Garden Business

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Learn how to set up and run a successful garden services business in New Zealand. This practical online course covers garden maintenance, landscaping, safe tool use, business finances, pricing, and customer service, equipping you to earn income from your gardening skills.

NZ$1,149

inc GST

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It will take a total of 6 months

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Start and manage a garden services business

Gain practical knowledge to set up and operate a profitable garden services business in New Zealand.

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Plan and deliver a range of garden and landscaping services

Learn how to provide basic and advanced gardening services, such as lawn mowing, pruning, landscaping, and indoor plant care.

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Apply safe and efficient gardening techniques

Understand the correct use of gardening tools and follow safe practices in maintenance and landscaping.

What You're Signing Up For

The Certificate in Managing a Garden Business is an industry-accredited, 100% online course designed for those looking to start, manage, or grow a successful garden or landscaping service business in New Zealand. Covering everything from practical gardening tasks and tool safety to essential business skills like pricing, finances, customer service, and operations management, the course prepares learners to work for themselves, boost their income, or expand an existing service. Flexible study, unlimited tutor support, and career development resources are included.

Course Content

  • Getting Started with Garden Business
  • Planning and Managing Services (lawn mowing, pruning, landscaping, indoor plant care)
  • Garden Maintenance Services – Part One
  • Garden Maintenance Services – Part Two
  • Landscaping Basics and Design
  • Safe Tool Use and Garden Maintenance Techniques
  • Managing Finances and Costing for Small Business
  • Pricing Your Services
  • Business Management and Customer Relations
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Horticulture

  • Landscaping

  • Small Business Management

  • Services

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Gardening Services Business Manager

  • Landscaping Business Operator

  • Client Services Manager – Garden Maintenance

  • Scheduling & Operations Coordinator

  • Garden Project Manager

  • Self-Employed Gardening Contractor

  • Garden Services Estimator

  • Plant Supplier Business Owner

  • Commercial Gardening Team Leader

  • Garden Business Administrator

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The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.