Whether you want to indulge a passion or gain commercial skills to grow and sell indoor plants, this course is ideal for you. This course is useful for nursey workers, interior plant suppliers, florists, interior designers, event managers, gardeners, and horticulturalists.
Introduction to Indoor Plants is an online professional development program that will teach you how to choose, grow and maintain indoor plants, and design indoor gardens.
In this indoor plant course, you will learn to identify hundreds of indoor plants and gain an understanding of the conditions required for specific plant varieties.
You will also learn innovative ways to present plants for indoor situations, such as special events and workplaces interiors, and understand acclimatization and plant-scaping as it relates to the industry.
On completion of this course, you will have the confidence to make educated decisions on the selection, care and use of indoor plants.
Course Structure
Unit - Interior Indoor Plants
Unit 1 – Introduction
- Plant naming and pronunciation
- Review of indoor plant families
- Resources
Unit 2 – Indoor Plant Culture – Part A
- Understanding interior environments
- Plants for different light conditions
- Problems with indoor plants
- Potting media
- Potting up
- Container selection
- Managing plant nutrition
- Pruning indoor plants
- Propagation and caring for young indoor plants
Unit 3 – Indoor Plant Culture – Part B
- Acclimatizing indoor plants
- Helping plants survive neglect
- Managing plant health indoors
Unit 4 – Foliage Plants
- Growing palms inside
- Review of palm genera
- Selecting and growing ferns inside
- Review of other foliage plant genera
Unit 5 – Flowering Plants
- Orchids
- African violets
- Poinsettia
- Other genera grown for flowers indoors.
Unit 6 – Other Indoor Plants
- Herbs
- Vines and climbers
Unit 7 – Making The Best Use Of Indoor Plants
- Deciding where to place an indoor plant
- Managing colour
- Using mirrors
- Plants in baskets
- Hydroponics indoors
- Miniature gardens
Unit 8 The Interior Plantscaping Industry
- Interior plantscaping business
- Growing in greenhouses
- Environmental control
Assessment
When you study with Australian Online Courses you will be assessed using a competency-based training method. Competency-based training focuses on a learner’s ability to receive, respond to and process information to achieve a competency result. As such, skills-based and knowledge assessments are geared towards attainment to meet industry-defined standards.
Assessment will be comprised of written assignments and exercises, including short answer questions, reports, essays, research projects and reflective tasks. There are no examinations or due dates for assessment. As a result, you can complete training in your own time and at your own pace with the assistance of unlimited tutor support.
Course FAQs
Why Choose Australian Online Courses?
- Professional development that is widely recognised and respected;
- Improve your employment opportunities;
- Study online, anywhere via our elearning system;
- High-quality professional development programs written by industry experts;
- No entry requirements;
- All course materials provided online – no textbooks to buy;
- Unlimited tutor support;
- Easy to understand course content;
- We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply);
- Certificate of Attainment/Completion issued for your CV (hard copy provided); and
- Course may be tax deductible; see your tax advisor.
How long will it take to complete this course?
The approximate study hours for this course is 50 hours. We offer twelve (12) months’ access, with extensions available upon application (fees apply).
Can I purchase optional printed materials?
While printed materials are not available for purchase, PDF copies are available for download and self-printing for this program.
When can I start this course?
You can start within 60 minutes during business hours when you enrol and pay in full with a credit card!
Credit card: Within 60 mins during business hours.
BPAY: Within 1-2 working days.
Internet Banking: Within 1-2 working days.
Cheque/Money Order: Upon receipt of mailed cheque.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion of this course?
Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Attainment upon successful completion of your assessment.
Do I need to attend classes or undertake any work placements?
No. All courses are delivered online via our e-learning system and there are no work placement requirements in this course.
What support can I expect from Australian Online Courses?
Unlimited tutor support is available throughout your studies via email during business hours Monday to Friday. Our Administrative team are available Monday to Friday via email, live chat and telephone.
I am an international student. Can I enrol into this course?
Yes! We accept enrolments from individuals both within Australia and internationally; location is no barrier to entry into our programs.
Career Pathways
Future growth
Strong
Unemployment
Low
Professional Development for:
- Home Owners
- Home Gardners
- Business Owners
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