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City & Guilds National Certificate in Horticulture - General
The programme
This is a practical craft level course which provides a good introduction for those new to horticulture or looking for a career change. It is particularly suitable for adults considering a career change. It covers a range of practical skills and associated theory to equip students with many of the skills needed to work within horticulture or move on to further study.
What you study
- Horticultural Science
- Principles of Machinery
- Effective Work Practices
- Identification of Weeds, Pests and Diseases
- Plant establishment and Maintenance
- Identification and Use of Plants
- Establishment and Maintenance of Horticultural Features
- Introduction to Organic Growing
- Propagation Technique
- Fruit and Vegetable Cultivation
(Optional units may be subject to some alterations).
Special Features
The horticultural facilities at the College are amongst the best in Britain, with extensive garden and plant collections. Additional qualifications can be gained whilst attending this course.
This course is ideal for adults for who want to move into a new career, gain recognition for their skills or continue to update their professional knowledge.
Tuition is FREE if this is your first full Level 2 qualification
People who take this course could go on to..
Work as landscape gardeners, garden designers, nursery managers and garden centre managers, or in horticultural education. Students on similar courses have gone on to work at Wisley Gardens, National Trust and botanic gardens and other gardens of national importance, such as the Eden Project.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course however learners must show an enthusiasm and commitment to the subject at interview and provide acceptable references. Entrants need to show commitment to complete the academic programme which includes assignments and a multiple choice examination.
Duration
1 year
