As you might expect there is a strong emphasis on the practical skills required to progress and be effective in the horticultural sector. This includes use of machinery such as strimmer's and mowers and power tools such as hedge cutters. It also includes the use of hand tools involved with the growing and maintaining of plants as well as wider aspects of estate and garden maintenance. Courses are delivered using a range of methods including classroom based exercises, in the workplace or online study. This horticulture course can lead to a career areas such as: • Horticultural Technician • Plant Care Worker • Nursery Operative • Landscape Designer • Inspector • Consultant • Small Business Owner • Gardener • Grower • Grounds Maintenance
To study at level 2 you must have at least 3 GCSEs graded 3 or above, or equivalent previous qualifications.
You will be assessed using a variety of different assessment methods.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Rodbaston Drive, Stafford, ST19 5PH |
As you might expect there is a strong emphasis on the practical skills required to progress and be effective in the horticultural sector. This includes use of machinery such as strimmer's and mowers and power tools such as hedge cutters. It also includes the use of hand tools involved with the growing and maintaining of plants as well as wider aspects of estate and garden maintenance. Courses are delivered using a range of methods including classroom based exercises, in the workplace or online study. This horticulture course can lead to a career areas such as: • Horticultural Technician • Plant Care Worker • Nursery Operative • Landscape Designer • Inspector • Consultant • Small Business Owner • Gardener • Grower • Grounds Maintenance
To study at level 2 you must have at least 3 GCSEs graded 3 or above, or equivalent previous qualifications.
You will be assessed using a variety of different assessment methods.