Level 2 Technical Certificate in Horticulture (Professional Pathway)
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9:30am — 4:30pm
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This qualification is for you if you are aged 19+, and want to work in horticulture. It is designed to provide you with a very wide range of specialist technical practical skills and detailed knowledge and understanding which will equip you to seek a diverse range of employment opportunities, or to further learning and training within the horticultural industry.
You will learn:
- The principles of health and safety in the workplace
- Land-based industry machinery use for gardens, parks and vineyards
- The identification, selection and science of plants
- Preparation, planting and maintenance of plants
- Work experience and business practice.
- Production techniques in horticulture
How will I be assessed?
- Synoptic assessments/assignments where a candidate is given a problem to solve or an outcome to achieve. An example of this would be to plan and maintain a planting bed.
- Theory examination (2-hour) each academic year
- Portfolio of evidence for work experience undertaken
- Optional unit assessment – practical focus
Course details
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| Duration |
1 day a week 9:30am - 4:30pm |
| Costs |
*£1,055.00 This course could be *FREE. If you are unemployed and in receipt of state benefits or working and your income is under £20, 319 you could be entitled to financial support towards the course fees or even study for free. |
Facilities
One Garden Brighton
The recent restoration of the walled garden has been managed by Plumpton College. One Garden Brighton is the home of the college’s horticultural centre of excellence, a space for training and education. The campus buildings are nestled within the walls itself and you will see students designing, planting and maintaining the grounds as a showcase for innovation.
One Garden Brighton is place for everyone, a garden made for people. We are a part of our local community; a place to connect, improve wellbeing and discover something new. We support local producers, people and nurture local networks focused on enriching all who visit.