In the beautiful surroundings of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, gain a
qualification that covers the skills needed to progress into the world of work
within the horticultural sector.
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Horticulture Diploma Level 2
Level 2 - Intermediate
Horticulture Diploma Level 2
You will get lots of practice and support to enable you to develop the
required skills and knowledge to prepare you for the learning and end
assessment. There is also a requirement to complete 150 hours of work
experience.
Location
Entry
Fees
When
Botantical Gardens
04-09-2023
Free*
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* Courses are free for 16-18s. Students aged 19 or over could be charged fees and is subject to a fee assessment. Learners on benefits in the majority of cases courses are also free. Fee assessments are completed at enrolment.
Course Length: 35 Weeks
You will need 5 GCSE’s at grade D/3 or above including maths and English or equivalent practical experience considered on application.
You’ll learn hands-on skills in a straightforward, bite-size way, and come away with a formal qualification. Assignments are assessed through practical observation, completion of written assignments and in-course tests.
You can progress to the Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture, start an apprenticeship or go into skilled work employment.
- Plant Science
- Soil Science
- Work experience
- Establishing and maintaining borders
- Pest, diseases, and disorders of plants
- Plant nomenclature and taxonomy
- Plant selection
- Propagation