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- Garden Centre Operations
- SVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture
- SVQ Level 3 & MA in Amenity Horticulture
- HNC in Horticulture (part time)
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SVQ Level 2 in Amenity Horticulture
For those already in employment. This course allows candidates to further their education while continuing to gain experience in the work place.
Level 2 is aimed at the new entrant to the industry and covers a broad range of topics including plant establishment, maintainance of plantings, machinery, health and safety.
The course consists of 7 units and covers:
Unit No: D94J 04 Monitor & Maintain Health & Safety of Self & Others
Unit No B5RH 04 Establish Plants Outdoors
Unit No B5RJ 04 Maintain Plants Outdoors
Unit No D94K 04 Develop Personal Performance and Maintain Working relationships
Unit No D9CJ 04 Use and Maintain Equipment and Machines
Unit No D9AP 04 Establish & Develop Decorative Amenity Areas
Unit No D9AW 04 Construct and Maintain Boundaries and Paths
Entry requirements
Applicants should have a sound educational background consistent with the demands of the course or have successfully undertaken an introductory course in horticulture or landscaping
Progression
SVQ Level 3 & MA for suitable candidates
Additional information
Day release commencing September, finishing end May..
Some students may be eligible for funding.