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Subject

Horticulture

Level

Level 2

Study Mode

Part-Time

Duration

1 year

Start Date

August 2026

The course

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This practical qualification will equip you with essential, hands-on skills.It's perfect for anyone wanting to start a professional horticulture career or develop a personal interest.

Course Information

  • To develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours required for employment and future career progression within the industry.
  • Soil testing
  • Sowing seeds and vegetative propagation techniques
  • Practical skills in ground preparation for seeding and planting
  • Practical skills in establishing seeds and plants in soil
  • Care and pruning of plants
  • Identification of a range of common garden plants, weeds, pests, diseases and disorders

No formal qualifications are required.

You will normally be in college one day a week, on a Monday.

  • Steel toe capped boots
  • Gloves
  • Waterproof jacket
You will be able to progress to study a Level 3 RHS qualification.
This course costs £1,215 per person.

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