This practical online course teaches you how to start and run a successful garden services business in New Zealand. It covers garden maintenance, landscaping design, safe tool use, pricing services, and managing…
This practical online course teaches you how to start and run a successful garden services business in New Zealand. It covers garden maintenance, landscaping design, safe tool use, pricing services, and managing…
Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.
Indicative market figures from publicly available New Zealand data (Stats NZ · careers.govt.nz). Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
Getting started with a garden services business
Garden maintenance services – Part One
Garden maintenance services – Part Two
Landscaping basics and design
Managing finances and costing services
How to plan and offer services including lawn mowing, pruning and indoor plant care
Safe tool use and creating beautiful outdoor spaces
Pricing your services and keeping your business on track
What you’ll typically need to get started.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
Upon successfully completing the course, you'll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, accredited by ICOES, CPD Standards Office, and recognised by IARC.
Access experienced tutors via phone and email during business hours for unlimited support throughout your learning journey.
Study whenever suits you with 24/7 course access and no exams.
Instant access to the Career Centre upon enrolment, including CV templates, free personalised CV review, job tips, interview preparation, and access to latest job opportunities.
Receive a Virtual Student ID Card upon enrolment, giving access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and around the world.
Get access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.
Verify your qualification from The Career Academy with SEEK Pass upon completion to share on SEEK and stand out to employers.
Enrol with confidence knowing your satisfaction is guaranteed with a 10-day money-back guarantee.
ICOES
CPD
IARC
The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.
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This practical online course teaches you how to start and run a successful garden services business in New Zealand. It covers garden maintenance, landscaping design, safe tool use, pricing services, and managing finances for a small business. Ideal for anyone wanting to work for themselves, earn extra income, or expand an existing gardening service.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from The Career Academy NZ will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Last updated: July 2026