Start Date
- September 2025, Part Time, Day
Summary
This qualification offers an engaging programme to support learners who want to pursue a career in the horticulture sector. It is intended as a Tech Level qualification.
This course is one day a week at Easton College and will include some of the following content:
- Professional Working Responsibilities
- Work Experience in the Land-based Sectors
- Identification, Planting and Care of Plans
- Plant Propagation Activities
Entry Requirements
- Have a Level 2 qualification in Horticulture
- Age 19+ and do not already have a level 3 qualification
- Already have a Level 3 qualification or higher but earn below the low wage threshold based on the National Living Wage
- Already have a Level 3 qualification or higher but unemployed
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will achieve Pearson BTEC L3 National Extended Certificate in Horticulture.
Assessment
Includes, internal and external assessment and synoptics.
Career Progression
This qualification will give you the skill set for direct entry into the industry and could include the following roles:
- landscape operative
- ground maintenance operative
- trainee groundsperson
- trainee groundskeeper
Fees
This is a Free Courses for Jobs Course, please check to see that you meet the entry requirements. - fees may be payable depending on your individual circumstances.
