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Certificate in Garden Design (PSCGDE01)

Bring Out Your Inner Garden Designer: Craft Beautiful, Climate‑Smart Gardens Across Australia

Turn your passion for plants into design expertise with this course that teaches you to create stunning, climate-smart gardens across Australia. Learn essential skills in garden planning, plant selection, and sustainable landscaping, all at your own pace.

Start Date
Start Anytime
Duration
You can complete this course in approximately 50 hours, but you will have up to 12 months of access to complete it with self-paced learning.
Delivery
100% Online

Course Overview

Exclusive Bonus: Premium Job Recruitment Access To Help You Find Your Dream Job

When you enrol in this course you’ll also unlock an exclusive bonus—premium access to a specialised recruitment service designed to connect you with top job opportunities and help you get employed as soon as you complete your course. This unique offering is only available through this course provider, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your dream career right after completing your studies.

Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

  • Garden Designer
  • Landscape Architect Assistant
  • Urban Greening Consultant
  • Horticulture Specialist
  • Gardening Services Business Owner
  • Sustainability & Landscape Planner
  • Garden Maintenance Supervisor

While studying this course provides valuable skills and knowledge, it does not guarantee a specific career outcome. The career outcomes listed are intended as a general guide only.

What You’ll Get

  • 24/7 access to your course through the online learning portal, allowing you to study when it suits your schedule.
  • Each comprehensive module contains written course notes, visual presentation slides and an immersive audio podcast via Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, or other platforms - allowing you to choose which learning method you prefer. 
  • No strict assignment deadlines or exams. Each module concludes with a multiple-choice quiz to help reinforce your understanding of the course content and track your progress.
  • Upon course completion: A digital certificate of completion to add to your resume.
  • Access to exclusive discounts on other courses.
  • Receive a 7-day money back guarantee to ensure the course is right for you. 

What You'll Learn

  • Garden design principles & Australian styles
  • Climate & soil analysis for site‑specific planning
  • Plant selection & native species integration
  • Hardscaping & layout basics: paths, structures & edging
  • Sustainable water & soil management techniques
  • Small‑space & container garden strategies
  • Project planning: budgeting, timelines & contractors
  • Concept development: sketches, mood boards & presentation

Course Accreditation

CPD Accredited

This course is fully CPD accredited, which means each of the course modules is globally recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Completing CPD-endorsed courses gives you CPD points that are recognised by employers and can be used in your resume, professional industry membership, or future career as a professional. Every student receives a digital badge of CPD points that is portable, sharable and verifiable for the study they have completed.

ICOES: A Global Seal of Online Education Excellence

Prac Skills' courses are proudly ICOES accredited. ICOES (International Council of Online Educational Standards) is a globally recognised accreditation body that sets and upholds rigorous quality standards for online education. By thoroughly reviewing course content, delivery, and measurable learning outcomes, ICOES ensures that accredited courses meet high standards of excellence, integrity, and innovation. This trusted seal of approval not only enhances institutional credibility but also assures learners of a superior educational experience.

About The Course

Bring Out Your Inner Garden Designer: Craft Beautiful, Climate‑Smart Gardens Across Australia

  • Do you dream of designing outdoor spaces that flourish in Australia’s diverse climates?
  • Are you eager to turn your love of gardening into a creative, professional skill?
  • Or are you a horticulture enthusiast, landscaper, or DIY homeowner wanting to deepen your design expertise?

Did you know? The Gardening Services industry in Australia is projected to reach $4.1 billion in 2025, having grown at a 7.9 % CAGR from 2019 to 2024—highlighting strong demand for skilled garden designers.

So, if you’re ready to bring your garden visions to life, enrol in the Certificate in Garden Design, a fully online course designed to give you both the theoretical foundations and hands‑on expertise to plan, design, and manage gardens across Australia.

This course contains 8 key modules where you’ll learn:

  • Foundations of Garden Design: History of Australian styles, core design principles, microclimates, soils & essential tools.
  • Plant Knowledge Essentials: Native vs exotic species, climate‑zone selection, seasonal colour & basic pest/disease ID.
  • Layout & Hardscaping Basics: Site surveying, site plans, garden bed shapes, paths, paving, and simple structures.
  • Soil, Water & Plant Care: Composting, organic amendments, mulching, efficient watering methods & pruning fundamentals.
  • Small‑Space & Container Gardens: Balcony/courtyard solutions, raised beds, vertical gardens, herb/kitchen gardens & low‑maintenance plantings.
  • Climate‑Smart Design: Drought‑tolerant schemes, bushfire resilience, shade creation, windbreaks, wildlife habitats & heat reduction.
  • Project Planning: Goal setting, budgeting, timelines, contractor coordination, sourcing locally & DIY vs professional tasks.
  • Bringing It All Together: Concept sketches, mood boards, presenting a garden plan, maintenance schedules & evaluating success.

To enhance your learning experience, you’ll enjoy 24/7 access to the online portal with video lessons, PDF guides, interactive quizzes, and immersive podcasts—so you can learn in the style that suits you. Upon completion, you’ll receive a digital certificate to showcase your expertise.

Ready to cultivate your future as a garden designer and transform outdoor spaces? Enquire now, get more details, and grab your free sample lesson.

Testimonials

"Loved the variety in content! A well-structured presentation, a detailed PDF, and an expert-led podcast made every module engaging and informative." - Lucia Hechem

"Interesting and informative. I liked how it combines text, audio and visual elements. A great course!" - Monique Gunther

"One of the most commendable aspects of the course was its ability to provide a deep insight. The material was designed not just to inform but also to spark interest in the subject, making learning both enjoyable and intellectually stimulating…" - Genesis Gul

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