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Retail Nursery & Garden Centre Management

Build Skills in Nursery and Garden Centre Management

Study plant retail, nursery operations, and garden centre management online. Earn an ICOES-accredited Certificate of Achievement in around 200 hours.

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Retail Nursery & Garden Centre Management

Build Skills in Nursery and Garden Centre Management

Study plant retail, nursery operations, and garden centre management online. Earn an ICOES-accredited Certificate of Achievement in around 200 hours.

100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
6 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
24
Units
Flexible
Start Date
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

ICOES-Accredited Certificate With CPD Points On Completion

200 Hours Of Learning, 6 Months Access, No Exams Ever

Unlimited Tutor Support Plus SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

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.

Nursery Sales AssistantAssists customers in selecting plants and garden products, and supports the day-to-day running of a nursery…
Garden Centre SupervisorOversees daily operations, manages staff on shift, and ensures product displays and stock levels are maintained.
Horticultural Retail AssistantProvides product knowledge and customer service across a garden centre or plant retail environment.
Retail Plant SpecialistAdvises customers on plant selection, care, and garden planning, drawing on practical horticultural knowledge.
Outdoor Plant ConsultantWorks with customers to recommend plants and outdoor products suited to their space and climate.
Garden Centre Manager (Junior Level)Supports senior management in coordinating staff, stock, and customer experience across a garden retail…
Horticultural Supplies CoordinatorManages ordering, inventory, and supplier relationships for a nursery or garden retail business.
Inventory Assistant, Garden RetailTracks stock levels, processes deliveries, and maintains accurate product records in a garden centre…
Landscaping Retail AdvisorHelps trade and retail customers source plants and supplies for landscaping projects.
Garden Product BuyerResearches and selects plant and garden product ranges for retail buyers at entry level.

Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

24 Units

Core Units · 24 units
  • Topic 1Introduction to Garden Centre
  • Topic 2Plant Health
  • Topic 3Stock Maintenance
  • Topic 4Display and Display Techniques
  • Topic 5Garden Product Knowledge I
  • Topic 6Garden Product Knowledge II
  • Topic 7Indoor Plants
  • Topic 8Container Stock
  • Topic 9Seedlings, Bulbs, Herbs and Perennials
  • Topic 10Deciduous Trees, Fruit, Nuts and Berries
  • Topic 11Marketing Management (Garden Centre)
  • Topic 12Nursery Site Organisation Management
  • Topic 13Nutrition and Pest Management
  • Topic 14Growing Media
  • Topic 15Irrigation
  • Topic 16Modifying Plant Growth
  • Topic 17Marketing Strategies (Wholesale Nursery)
  • Topic 18Introduction to Horticultural Marketing
  • Topic 19Horticultural Marketing Processes
  • Topic 20Horticultural Marketing Methods
  • Topic 21Customer Service (Horticultural Marketing)
  • Topic 22Horticultural Marketing Research
  • Topic 23Developing an Advertising Program
  • Topic 24Developing a Horticultural Marketing Strategy
Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

Industry-Accredited Qualification Bundle

Courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office. The Career Academy is also a member of the International Approval & Recognition Council (IARC). Upon completion, students receive a Certificate of Achievement.

Unlimited Tutor Support

Students have unlimited access to tutor support via phone and email during business hours throughout their course.

100% Online, Study at Your Own Pace

Study whenever suits you with 6 months access and approximately 200 hours of learning. No exams, ever.

Career Centre Access

Upon enrolment, students receive instant access to the Career Centre including latest job opportunities, CV templates, a free personalised CV review, job tips, and interview preparation support.

Career Success Bundle Upgrade

Optional upgrade offering expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, LinkedIn profile review, and proven job success strategies.

Free Student ID Card

Enrolees receive a free virtual Student ID Card providing access to over 150,000 discounts on food, entertainment, travel and more in New Zealand and internationally.

Free CCH eBook Library Access

Free access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance learning and knowledge.

SEEK Pass Verified Credential

Upon completion, students can verify their qualification via SEEK Pass and share it on SEEK to stand out to employers as a qualified, job-ready candidate.

Free bonus courses included

CCH eBook Library Access

Free access to over 50 eBook titles to enhance learning and knowledge.

Career Centre Access

Free CV and LinkedIn profile reviews, interview coaching, and personalised career planning…

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The Career Academy NZ

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.

Fees & Funding

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

There are no formal entry requirements. The course is designed for people new to the nursery and garden retail sector, as well as those already working in it who want to build on their knowledge. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites.
A weekly payment plan may be available for this course. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm current pricing and payment options.
Students have 6 months of access and can expect around 200 hours of learning in total. Because the course is self-paced, you can fit study around work and other commitments. Submit an enquiry if you need to confirm whether extensions are available.
The course is 100% online and self-paced, delivered by The Career Academy NZ. There are no exams. Students have unlimited access to tutor support by phone and email during business hours throughout their enrolment.
No work placement is included in this course. Career support is provided through the Career Centre, which includes CV templates, a personalised CV review, job listings, and interview preparation resources. An optional Career Success Bundle upgrade is also available.
The course is accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and The Career Academy NZ is a member of the International Approval and Recognition Council (IARC). Students receive a Certificate of Achievement and a SEEK Pass verified credential. It is not a government-accredited or NZQF-registered qualification.
As a professional development course, credit toward formal qualifications is arranged through the provider's RPL or credit recognition process. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm what this course may count toward and which pathways apply.
All students receive access to the Career Centre, a personalised CV review, job tips, and interview preparation support from the day they enrol. Students also receive a virtual Student ID Card with access to over 150,000 discounts across New Zealand and internationally, plus access to over 50 CCH eBook titles. An optional Career Success Bundle upgrade includes expert career coaching, a personalised career plan, and a LinkedIn profile review.
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About This Course

Retail Nursery & Garden Centre Management

This course covers the practical knowledge behind running a successful nursery or garden centre. Students learn plant care, retail operations, stock management, customer service, and the business skills needed to work confidently in horticultural retail.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course suits people entering the garden retail sector or those already working in it who want to formalise their knowledge. There are no exams, and no prior experience is required to enrol.

Study is fully online and self-paced, with around 200 hours of learning and 6 months of course access. Students receive unlimited tutor support by phone and email during business hours, plus access to the Career Centre, a personalised CV review, and a SEEK Pass verified credential on completion.

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Last updated: July 2026