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What you will learn - Set Up Your Own Floristry Business Today!
  • Introduction to Floristry
  • Florist Qualifications
  • Plants in Floristry
  • Plant Health
  • Storing Plants and Flowers
  • Containers and Holders
  • Floral Arrangements
  • Bouquets, Corsages, and Boutonnieres
  • Wedding Flowers
  • Funeral Flowers
  • Flowers and Special Occasions
  • Transporting Flowers
  • Equipment and Supplies
  • Starting a Floristry Business
Enjoy BIG Savings with our Floristry Online Bundle, 3 Certificate Courses
  1. Floristry
  2. Horticulture
  3. Lawn and Garden Maintenance
1. Floristry: Set Up Your Own Floristry Business 

The floristry industry will always be popular as no wedding; christening or special event would be complete without an assortment of beautiful flowers.

This comprehensive online course will teach you everything that you need to know about setting up your own Floristry business.

Floristry is an excellent business that can prove to be extremely profitable if you have the passion and dedication to make it a success. If you love flowers and you’re not worried about putting in the hard work to get things off the ground, then this could be the perfect business for you.

Starting with an introduction to the field along with its pros and cons to help you decide whether or not it is suitable for you. The next Module is dedicated entirely for floral arrangements: what these are, how you can make floral arrangements, what items you will need, what services you need to provide and other details that are important when getting started in floristry.

Moving on, you will learn everything related to wedding and funeral flowers. Weddings and funerals take place no matter what, and neither is complete without flowers. If you want to venture into floristry, you need to know how to cater for the wedding and funeral industries.

The next module is focused on opening up your own shop and will talk about all the things that you need to take care of once you will start your own florist shop, including its logo, supplies, setup fees, location and other things of this sort.

The last two Modules of the course talk about two extremely important tools that will be decisive of the success of your shop: your customers and marketing techniques. The former will educate you on how to attract the attention of your target market towards your flower shop and how to gain and retain the market share. The seventh Module will throw light on the different marketing strategies that can help you coin your name in the field.

2. Horticulture: Study Horticulture Online Course and Gain Skills and Knowledge Needed to Better Understand the Growing of Plants

Our Horticulture Online Course will discuss Horticulture, the technology and art of sustainable development, production of plants. We will discuss the role of horticulture and its contribution to the beauty, sustainability and relaxation of our environment and human existence.

Plant growing technology, also known as agronomy, is the technology of production of food plants, cereals, fodder, grasses and fibres by the world's leading companies and consists of production, breeding, and marketing.

The production and use of varieties of seeds and vegetables allow us to have a healthy and balanced diet in daily life. Flowers and ornamental flowers enrich our homes and groups and contribute to our well-being.

3. Garden Maintenance: Study Lawn and Garden Maintenance Online Course and Learn How to Properly Care for your Lawn and Garden

Our Lawn and Garden Maintenance Online Course includes all the products and methods needed to run an effective lawn mowing service. Learn how to mulch, fertilize, restore, and revitalize your lawns, among other things, as well as how to properly mow them. 

The lawn is an important part of home ground development as well as any other sort of garden, serving as a landscape's green carpet. A well-kept lawn contributes to a home's look, attractiveness, conveniences, and use, all of which increase to the property's value.

Grass is one of the toughest to maintain, and maintaining a lawn is simple as long as you are diligent. A well-maintained lawn accounts for most of a garden's aesthetic appeal. If a lawn isn't properly cared for, it will quickly become unusable.

These Lawn and Garden Maintenance Course are designed to provide you the knowledge and skills you need to keep your garden healthy and attractive. Lawn care management is a broad field of study that is commonly dismissed as the dreary side of horticulture when it is, in fact, highly technical and of vital importance.

Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.

For comprehensive information on units of study click the units of study tab above.

This is an incredible opportunity to invest in yourself and your future, sharpen your training skills and learn what it takes to create your own success with Courses For Success Today!

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  2. Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
  3. Study as many courses as you want
  4. Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone
  5. You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
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Courses are accessed online by any device including PC, tablet or Smart Phone. Upon purchase an automated welcome email will be sent to you (please check your junk email inbox if not received as this is an automated email), in order for you to access your online course, which is Available 24/7 on any computer or smart mobile device.

Recognition & Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this course and achieving a passing score for the assessment, you will be issued with an international continuing education credit (CEU) certificate.

This Certificate is applicable worldwide, which demonstrates your commitment to learning new skills. You can share the certificate with your friends, relatives, co-workers, and potential employers. Also, include it in your resume/CV, professional social media profiles and job applications.

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The Floristry 3 Course Bundle includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course: 

Course 1 - Floristry

Unit 1: Introduction

  • Define floristry as a field/practice
  • Purpose of floristry/what florists offer to customers
  • Brief history of floristry

Unit 2: Florist Qualifications

  • Training required
  • Key skills to be successful
  • Career outlook

Unit 3: Plants in Floristry

  • Cut flowers vs. living plants
  • Common filler plants
  • Common flowers

Unit 4: Plant Health

  • Why combining flowers and fruit can be harmful
  • Ways that ethylene can damage flowers
  • Signs of disease
  • Pests

Unit 5: Storing Plants and Flowers 

  • How to properly storage fresh or cut flowers
  • Best locations
  • Ideal environmental conditions
  • Typical shelf life

Unit 6: Containers and Holders 

  • Considerations when choosing the right containers
  • Size
  • Material
  • Color
  • Style
  • Types of holders, including floral foam

Unit 7: Floral Arrangements

  • Choosing the right flowers
  • How to prepare flowers/filler
  • Arranging them in a container
  • Line, line mass, mass arrangements 

Unit 8: Bouquets, Corsages, and Boutonnieres 

  • How to arrange a bouquet 
  • How to make corsages and boutonniere
  • When these types of arrangements are typically used
  • Best flowers to use

Unit 9: Wedding Flowers 

  • Wedding bouquets
  • Accommodating reception and ceremony spaces
  • Traditional types of flowers used

Unit 10: Funeral Flowers

  • Types of flowers typically used
  • Different types of designs, including wreaths

Unit 11: Flowers and Special Occasions 

  • Valentine’s Day
  • Roses
  • Christmas
  • Poinsettias
  • Mistletoe
  • Holly
  • Mother’s Day
  • Other events that florists should anticipate (having marked baskets, etc.)
  • Birthdays
  • Graduations

Unit 12: Transporting Flowers 

  • How to prepare flowers for transport
  • Securing flowers in a vehicle
  • Ideal environment during transportation
  • How to respond to damaged plants or floral arrangements

Unit 13: Equipment and Supplies 

  • Equipment required
  • Tools required
  • Single-use supplies
  • Baskets
  • Cards
  • Card holders
  • Wrapping
  • Twine

Unit 14: Starting a Floristry Business 

  • How to start a floristry business
  • Choosing a location
  • Services to offer
  • Pricing (and special pricing for weddings, etc.)
  • Business licensing and insurance
  • Finding suppliers
  • Marketing strategies
  • Social media
  • Digital advertising
  • Local advertising
  • Targeting key markets
  • Other industries that require flowers on a regular basis
  • Funeral homes
  • Wedding venues
  • Party venues

Course 2 - Horticulture

Module 1: Horticulture

  • History of Horticulture
  • Father of American Horticulture
  • Role of a Horticulturist
  • Salary and Career Outlook

Module 2: Anatomy and Plant Processes

  • Basic Anatomical Components
  • Roots
  • Stems
  • Seeds and Flowers
  • Photosynthesis
  • Respiration
  • Osmosis

Module 3: Soil Science

  • Soil Basics
  • Sandy Soil
  • Loamy Soil
  • Silt Soil
  • Clay Soil
  • Plant Nutrition
  • Macronutrients and Micronutrients
  • Testing Soil
  • Testing Procedures
  • Common Soil Issues
  • Soil Erosion
  • Composting

Module 4: Floriculture

  • Floriculture
  • Ornamental Plants
  • Bedding and Garden Plants
  • Potted Plants
  • Annual Flowers
  • Perennial Flowers

Module 5: Arboriculture

  • Definition of Arboriculture
  • Trees
  • Shrubs
  • Vines
  • Responsibilities of an Arboriculturist

Module 6: Landscape Horticulture

  • Lawn Design
  • Mapping
  • Atmosphere
  • Functionality
  • Creativity
  • Types of Grass
  • Feeding Established Lawns
  • Watering Lawns
  • Safe Mowing

Module 7: Indoor Plants

  • Ideal Environment
  • Light
  • Temperature
  • Humidity
  • Container Material
  • Container Size

Module 8: Plant Species

  • Native Plants
  • Exotic Plants
  • Invasive Plants

Module 9: Propagation

  • Sexual Propagation Cycle
  • Preparing Seed Beds and Trays
  • Storing Seeds
  • Cuttings
  • Grafts

Module 10: Amenity Horticulture

  • Amenity Horticulture
  • Key Plant Groups
  • Hardiness
  • Maintenance
  • Appearance
  • Budget
  • Functionality

Module 11: Fertilizer

  • Feeding Plants
  • Organic Fertilizer
  • Chemical Fertilizer
  • Composting
  • Benefits of Composting

Module 12: Planting and Potting

  • Planting in Containers
  • Fertilizer
  • Transplanting
  • Staking
  • Caring for Newly Transplanted Plants
  • Feeding
  • Watering
  • When to Fertilize
  • Maintenance: Cutting Back
  • Maintenance: Pinching
  • Maintenance: Deadheading

Module 13: Threats to Plant Health

  • Types of Threats
  • Insects and Pests
  • Defining Disease
  • Fungi
  • Viruses
  • Bacterial Disease
  • Detection and Control
  • Insecticides
  • Fungicides
  • Extreme Temperatures
  • Shade
  • Drainage

Module 14: Weed Control

  • Defining Weeds
  • Characteristics of Weeds
  • Controlling Weeds
  • Weeding by Hand
  • Herbicides

Module 15: Nuisance Wildlife

  • Defining Nuisance Wildlife
  • Small Mammals
  • Predators
  • Responding to Nuisance Wildlife
  • Traps
  • Barriers

Course 3 - Garden Maintenance

Module 1: Introduction and Planning

  • Maintenance Plans and Scheduling
  • Factors in Planning
  • Staffing and Hiring 

Module 2: Equipment and Consumables

  • Lawn Mowers 
  • Trimmers, Cutters, and Blowers
  • Hand Tools
  • Seeders and Spreaders
  • Chippers
  • Aerators
  • Expanding Equipment Inventory
  • Choosing Equipment
  • Trailers
  • Consumables
  • Fertilizer
  • Mulch
  • Stone 
  • Topsoil

Module 3: Soils and Fertilizers

  • Soils
  • Macronutrient Testing 
  • pH 
  • Potassium
  • Nitrogen
  • Phosphorus
  • Types of Fertilizer
  • Common Issues with Soil

Module 4: Plant Care and Nutrition

  • Basic Plant Requirements
  • Plants in Commercial Settings
  • Plants in Residential Settings
  • Potted Plants
  • Cation Exchange Capability
  • Plant Care Mistakes
  • Selecting Plants
  • Pruning
  • Pruning may include

Module 5: Signs of Poor Plant Health

  • Identifying Causes
  • Improper Soil
  • Low Light
  • Improper Amount of Water
  • Pests
  • Uncommon Environmental Causes
  • Contagious Diseases
  • Invasive Species

Module 6: Chemical Weed and Pest Control

  • Weeds and Pests
  • Herbicides
  • Common Types of Weeds
  • Plant Competition
  • Common Types of Pests
  • Benefits of Using Chemicals
  • Disadvantages of Chemicals
  • Common Types of Chemicals

Module 7: Organic Weed and Pest Control

  • Pros of Organic Management
  • Cons of Organic Management
  • Efficacy of Organic Options
  • Organic Ingredients
  • Growing Popularity
  • Special Use Applications

Module 8: Irrigation Systems

  • Types of Sprinkler and Irrigation Systems
  • Manual
  • Automatic
  • Making an Irrigation Plan
  • Trickle Systems
  • How to Use an Irrigation System
  • Automating Irrigation Systems
  • Maintenance and Care

Module 9: Lawn and Garden Safety

  • Chemical Handling and Storage
  • Storage
  • Handling
  • Chemical Record-keeping
  • Harmful Chemicals Case Study
  • Essential Safety Equipment
  • Eye Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • Footwear
  • Hard Hats
  • Chainsaws, Chippers, and Heavy Equipment
  • Machine Guarding
  • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

Module 10: Best Business Practices

  • Initial Planning and Budgeting
  • Pros of Starting a Lawn Care Business
  • Cons of Starting a Lawn Care Business
  • How to Determine Pricing
  • Accumulating Equipment Over Time
  • Location 
  • Winter Work
  • Snowplowing and Salt Services
  • Gutter Cleaning
  • Holiday Services
  • Winter Lawn Care
  • Indoor Gardening Services
  • Firewood Delivery Service
  • Accounting Best Practices
  • Insurance Requirements
  • Characteristics of Good Customer Service
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Students will also need access the following applications:

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Requirements

Entry requirements:

Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.


Minimum education:

Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.


Device requirements:

Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.

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  • Delivery: Online
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  • Duration: 20 hours per course
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About This Course
What you will learn - Set Up Your Own Floristry Business Today!
  • Introduction to Floristry
  • Florist Qualifications
  • Plants in Floristry
  • Plant Health
  • Storing Plants and Flowers
  • Containers and Holders
  • Floral Arrangements
  • Bouquets, Corsages, and Boutonnieres
  • Wedding Flowers
  • Funeral Flowers
  • Flowers and Special Occasions
  • Transporting Flowers
  • Equipment and Supplies
  • Starting a Floristry Business
Enjoy BIG Savings with our Floristry Online Bundle, 3 Certificate Courses
  1. Floristry
  2. Horticulture
  3. Lawn and Garden Maintenance
1. Floristry: Set Up Your Own Floristry Business 

The floristry industry will always be popular as no wedding; christening or special event would be complete without an assortment of beautiful flowers.

This comprehensive online course will teach you everything that you need to know about setting up your own Floristry business.

Floristry is an excellent business that can prove to be extremely profitable if you have the passion and dedication to make it a success. If you love flowers and you’re not worried about putting in the hard work to get things off the ground, then this could be the perfect business for you.

Starting with an introduction to the field along with its pros and cons to help you decide whether or not it is suitable for you. The next Module is dedicated entirely for floral arrangements: what these are, how you can make floral arrangements, what items you will need, what services you need to provide and other details that are important when getting started in floristry.

Moving on, you will learn everything related to wedding and funeral flowers. Weddings and funerals take place no matter what, and neither is complete without flowers. If you want to venture into floristry, you need to know how to cater for the wedding and funeral industries.

The next module is focused on opening up your own shop and will talk about all the things that you need to take care of once you will start your own florist shop, including its logo, supplies, setup fees, location and other things of this sort.

The last two Modules of the course talk about two extremely important tools that will be decisive of the success of your shop: your customers and marketing techniques. The former will educate you on how to attract the attention of your target market towards your flower shop and how to gain and retain the market share. The seventh Module will throw light on the different marketing strategies that can help you coin your name in the field.

2. Horticulture: Study Horticulture Online Course and Gain Skills and Knowledge Needed to Better Understand the Growing of Plants

Our Horticulture Online Course will discuss Horticulture, the technology and art of sustainable development, production of plants. We will discuss the role of horticulture and its contribution to the beauty, sustainability and relaxation of our environment and human existence.

Plant growing technology, also known as agronomy, is the technology of production of food plants, cereals, fodder, grasses and fibres by the world's leading companies and consists of production, breeding, and marketing.

The production and use of varieties of seeds and vegetables allow us to have a healthy and balanced diet in daily life. Flowers and ornamental flowers enrich our homes and groups and contribute to our well-being.

3. Garden Maintenance: Study Lawn and Garden Maintenance Online Course and Learn How to Properly Care for your Lawn and Garden

Our Lawn and Garden Maintenance Online Course includes all the products and methods needed to run an effective lawn mowing service. Learn how to mulch, fertilize, restore, and revitalize your lawns, among other things, as well as how to properly mow them. 

The lawn is an important part of home ground development as well as any other sort of garden, serving as a landscape's green carpet. A well-kept lawn contributes to a home's look, attractiveness, conveniences, and use, all of which increase to the property's value.

Grass is one of the toughest to maintain, and maintaining a lawn is simple as long as you are diligent. A well-maintained lawn accounts for most of a garden's aesthetic appeal. If a lawn isn't properly cared for, it will quickly become unusable.

These Lawn and Garden Maintenance Course are designed to provide you the knowledge and skills you need to keep your garden healthy and attractive. Lawn care management is a broad field of study that is commonly dismissed as the dreary side of horticulture when it is, in fact, highly technical and of vital importance.

Receive Lifetime Access to Course Materials, so you can review at any time.

For comprehensive information on units of study click the units of study tab above.

This is an incredible opportunity to invest in yourself and your future, sharpen your training skills and learn what it takes to create your own success with Courses For Success Today!

Course Fast Facts:

  1. All courses are easy to follow and understand
  2. Unlimited lifetime access to course materials
  3. Study as many courses as you want
  4. Delivered 100% on-line and accessible 24/7 from any computer or smartphone
  5. You can study from home or at work, at your own pace, in your own time
  6. Download printer friendly course content

Course Delivery

Courses are accessed online by any device including PC, tablet or Smart Phone. Upon purchase an automated welcome email will be sent to you (please check your junk email inbox if not received as this is an automated email), in order for you to access your online course, which is Available 24/7 on any computer or smart mobile device.

Recognition & Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this course and achieving a passing score for the assessment, you will be issued with an international continuing education credit (CEU) certificate.

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The Floristry 3 Course Bundle includes the following courses, below is a summary of each course: 

Course 1 - Floristry

Unit 1: Introduction

  • Define floristry as a field/practice
  • Purpose of floristry/what florists offer to customers
  • Brief history of floristry

Unit 2: Florist Qualifications

  • Training required
  • Key skills to be successful
  • Career outlook

Unit 3: Plants in Floristry

  • Cut flowers vs. living plants
  • Common filler plants
  • Common flowers

Unit 4: Plant Health

  • Why combining flowers and fruit can be harmful
  • Ways that ethylene can damage flowers
  • Signs of disease
  • Pests

Unit 5: Storing Plants and Flowers 

  • How to properly storage fresh or cut flowers
  • Best locations
  • Ideal environmental conditions
  • Typical shelf life

Unit 6: Containers and Holders 

  • Considerations when choosing the right containers
  • Size
  • Material
  • Color
  • Style
  • Types of holders, including floral foam

Unit 7: Floral Arrangements

  • Choosing the right flowers
  • How to prepare flowers/filler
  • Arranging them in a container
  • Line, line mass, mass arrangements 

Unit 8: Bouquets, Corsages, and Boutonnieres 

  • How to arrange a bouquet 
  • How to make corsages and boutonniere
  • When these types of arrangements are typically used
  • Best flowers to use

Unit 9: Wedding Flowers 

  • Wedding bouquets
  • Accommodating reception and ceremony spaces
  • Traditional types of flowers used

Unit 10: Funeral Flowers

  • Types of flowers typically used
  • Different types of designs, including wreaths

Unit 11: Flowers and Special Occasions 

  • Valentine’s Day
  • Roses
  • Christmas
  • Poinsettias
  • Mistletoe
  • Holly
  • Mother’s Day
  • Other events that florists should anticipate (having marked baskets, etc.)
  • Birthdays
  • Graduations

Unit 12: Transporting Flowers 

  • How to prepare flowers for transport
  • Securing flowers in a vehicle
  • Ideal environment during transportation
  • How to respond to damaged plants or floral arrangements

Unit 13: Equipment and Supplies 

  • Equipment required
  • Tools required
  • Single-use supplies
  • Baskets
  • Cards
  • Card holders
  • Wrapping
  • Twine

Unit 14: Starting a Floristry Business 

  • How to start a floristry business
  • Choosing a location
  • Services to offer
  • Pricing (and special pricing for weddings, etc.)
  • Business licensing and insurance
  • Finding suppliers
  • Marketing strategies
  • Social media
  • Digital advertising
  • Local advertising
  • Targeting key markets
  • Other industries that require flowers on a regular basis
  • Funeral homes
  • Wedding venues
  • Party venues

Course 2 - Horticulture

Module 1: Horticulture

  • History of Horticulture
  • Father of American Horticulture
  • Role of a Horticulturist
  • Salary and Career Outlook

Module 2: Anatomy and Plant Processes

  • Basic Anatomical Components
  • Roots
  • Stems
  • Seeds and Flowers
  • Photosynthesis
  • Respiration
  • Osmosis

Module 3: Soil Science

  • Soil Basics
  • Sandy Soil
  • Loamy Soil
  • Silt Soil
  • Clay Soil
  • Plant Nutrition
  • Macronutrients and Micronutrients
  • Testing Soil
  • Testing Procedures
  • Common Soil Issues
  • Soil Erosion
  • Composting

Module 4: Floriculture

  • Floriculture
  • Ornamental Plants
  • Bedding and Garden Plants
  • Potted Plants
  • Annual Flowers
  • Perennial Flowers

Module 5: Arboriculture

  • Definition of Arboriculture
  • Trees
  • Shrubs
  • Vines
  • Responsibilities of an Arboriculturist

Module 6: Landscape Horticulture

  • Lawn Design
  • Mapping
  • Atmosphere
  • Functionality
  • Creativity
  • Types of Grass
  • Feeding Established Lawns
  • Watering Lawns
  • Safe Mowing

Module 7: Indoor Plants

  • Ideal Environment
  • Light
  • Temperature
  • Humidity
  • Container Material
  • Container Size

Module 8: Plant Species

  • Native Plants
  • Exotic Plants
  • Invasive Plants

Module 9: Propagation

  • Sexual Propagation Cycle
  • Preparing Seed Beds and Trays
  • Storing Seeds
  • Cuttings
  • Grafts

Module 10: Amenity Horticulture

  • Amenity Horticulture
  • Key Plant Groups
  • Hardiness
  • Maintenance
  • Appearance
  • Budget
  • Functionality

Module 11: Fertilizer

  • Feeding Plants
  • Organic Fertilizer
  • Chemical Fertilizer
  • Composting
  • Benefits of Composting

Module 12: Planting and Potting

  • Planting in Containers
  • Fertilizer
  • Transplanting
  • Staking
  • Caring for Newly Transplanted Plants
  • Feeding
  • Watering
  • When to Fertilize
  • Maintenance: Cutting Back
  • Maintenance: Pinching
  • Maintenance: Deadheading

Module 13: Threats to Plant Health

  • Types of Threats
  • Insects and Pests
  • Defining Disease
  • Fungi
  • Viruses
  • Bacterial Disease
  • Detection and Control
  • Insecticides
  • Fungicides
  • Extreme Temperatures
  • Shade
  • Drainage

Module 14: Weed Control

  • Defining Weeds
  • Characteristics of Weeds
  • Controlling Weeds
  • Weeding by Hand
  • Herbicides

Module 15: Nuisance Wildlife

  • Defining Nuisance Wildlife
  • Small Mammals
  • Predators
  • Responding to Nuisance Wildlife
  • Traps
  • Barriers

Course 3 - Garden Maintenance

Module 1: Introduction and Planning

  • Maintenance Plans and Scheduling
  • Factors in Planning
  • Staffing and Hiring 

Module 2: Equipment and Consumables

  • Lawn Mowers 
  • Trimmers, Cutters, and Blowers
  • Hand Tools
  • Seeders and Spreaders
  • Chippers
  • Aerators
  • Expanding Equipment Inventory
  • Choosing Equipment
  • Trailers
  • Consumables
  • Fertilizer
  • Mulch
  • Stone 
  • Topsoil

Module 3: Soils and Fertilizers

  • Soils
  • Macronutrient Testing 
  • pH 
  • Potassium
  • Nitrogen
  • Phosphorus
  • Types of Fertilizer
  • Common Issues with Soil

Module 4: Plant Care and Nutrition

  • Basic Plant Requirements
  • Plants in Commercial Settings
  • Plants in Residential Settings
  • Potted Plants
  • Cation Exchange Capability
  • Plant Care Mistakes
  • Selecting Plants
  • Pruning
  • Pruning may include

Module 5: Signs of Poor Plant Health

  • Identifying Causes
  • Improper Soil
  • Low Light
  • Improper Amount of Water
  • Pests
  • Uncommon Environmental Causes
  • Contagious Diseases
  • Invasive Species

Module 6: Chemical Weed and Pest Control

  • Weeds and Pests
  • Herbicides
  • Common Types of Weeds
  • Plant Competition
  • Common Types of Pests
  • Benefits of Using Chemicals
  • Disadvantages of Chemicals
  • Common Types of Chemicals

Module 7: Organic Weed and Pest Control

  • Pros of Organic Management
  • Cons of Organic Management
  • Efficacy of Organic Options
  • Organic Ingredients
  • Growing Popularity
  • Special Use Applications

Module 8: Irrigation Systems

  • Types of Sprinkler and Irrigation Systems
  • Manual
  • Automatic
  • Making an Irrigation Plan
  • Trickle Systems
  • How to Use an Irrigation System
  • Automating Irrigation Systems
  • Maintenance and Care

Module 9: Lawn and Garden Safety

  • Chemical Handling and Storage
  • Storage
  • Handling
  • Chemical Record-keeping
  • Harmful Chemicals Case Study
  • Essential Safety Equipment
  • Eye Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • Footwear
  • Hard Hats
  • Chainsaws, Chippers, and Heavy Equipment
  • Machine Guarding
  • Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

Module 10: Best Business Practices

  • Initial Planning and Budgeting
  • Pros of Starting a Lawn Care Business
  • Cons of Starting a Lawn Care Business
  • How to Determine Pricing
  • Accumulating Equipment Over Time
  • Location 
  • Winter Work
  • Snowplowing and Salt Services
  • Gutter Cleaning
  • Holiday Services
  • Winter Lawn Care
  • Indoor Gardening Services
  • Firewood Delivery Service
  • Accounting Best Practices
  • Insurance Requirements
  • Characteristics of Good Customer Service
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OSX/iOS 6 or laterModern and up to date Browser (Firefox, Chrome, Safari)

All systems

Internet bandwidth of 1Mb or fasterFlash player or a browser with HTML5 video capabilities(Currently Internet Explorer 9, Firefox, Chrome, Safari)

Students will also need access the following applications:

Adobe Acrobat Reader

Requirements

Entry requirements:

Students must have basic literacy and numeracy skills.


Minimum education:

Open entry. Previous schooling and academic achievements are not required for entry into this course.


Device requirements:

Students will need access to a computer/any device and the internet.

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