Part-Time FIRST DIPLOMA IN HORTICULTURE (LEVEL 2)

Introducing students to working with plants and landscaping, this course provides a useful background to the horticultural industry and demonstrates the variety of different career paths that exist. You will benefit from a range of theory and practical lessons across a number of different environments - including hard landscaping, planting and plant protection. You will gain an understanding of the importance of amenity horticulture and be qualified to help in the maintenance of plants in nurseries and gardens.

Entry Requirements

Evidence of GCSE achievement at Grade D or above, or equivalent qualification attainment at a reasonable level and profile. Students need to have a willingness to learn and some aptitude for coursework.

Additional Experience
Life experiences will be taken into account when considering applications.

Location
Canterbury, Hadlow, Medway - Cozenton Nursery, Rainham, Swale - Monkshill Farm

Course Duration
1 year, 4 days a week.

Course Content

• Decorative and amenity horticulture
  
• Commercial horticultural crop production
  
• Introduction to plant and animal biology
  
• Basic landscape construction
  
• Horticultural industry and organisation
  
• Industry experience
  
• Key skills
  

Assessment Method
Written assignments and practical assessments.

Progression Routes
Successful students can progress onto a work-based qualification, Apprenticeship or the National Diploma. Alternatively they may gain employment in the industry.

Specialist Equipment Needed
Steel toe-capped boots and waterproof clothing.