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- SVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (SCQF Level 5)
- SVQ Level 3 in Amenity Horticulture
- HNC in Horticulture (SCQF Level 7)
- PDA* in Garden Centre Operations
- PDA Worplace Assessment Using Direct & Indirect Methods (SCQF Level 8)
- PDA Internal Verification of Workplace Assessment (SCQF Level 8)
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SVQ Level 2 in Horticulture (SCQF Level 5)
Mode of attendance:
Day release.
Overview:
For those already in employment. This course allows candidates to further their education while continuing to gain experience in the workplace.
What's involved?:
Establish Plants Outdoors,
Maintain Plants Outdoors,
Use and Maintain Equipment and Machines,
Establish & Develop Decorative Amenity Areas,
Construct and Maintain Boundaries and Paths,
SitePreparation,
Identify and Classify Plants Accurately Using
Their Botanical Names,
Monitor & Maintain Health & Safety of Self & Others.
Modern Apprenticeship:
A new Modern Apprenticeship for SVQ Level 2 can now be achieved by completing this course plus a short Emergency First Aid course and one other industry specific certificate. For further information contact our Business Team: 01506 864800.
Duration:
Day release; over 2 academic years 28 days per year. Starts in September.
Career opportunities:
Furtherance of career in horticulture or landscaping. This course is often used by employers as the basic minimum benchmark level for gardeners, landscapers and operatives.
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.
Further study:
SVQ Level 3 & Modern Apprenticeship for suitable candidates.Alternatively candidates can progress to Certificate or HNC in Horticulture or Landscaping.
