Course Overview
The broad purpose of the occupation is to undertake practical operations required to create and maintain horticultural spaces. This includes both the soft aspects (plants and soil) and the hard elements (surfaces, features and structures). Some will carry out the full range of operations from landscape construction through to maintenance, although the majority will focus on one specialism due to the breadth of skills required.
Horticultural specialists maintain soft and hard elements of the space. This will include planting and maintenance activities. Landscape construction specialists will install landscapes including building hard surfaces, structures and features and planting. This will include planting and maintenance activities. Horticulture or landscape construction operatives frequently work outdoors year-round and in all weathers. They sometimes work at heights for example pruning taller plants and hedges.
Horticulture or landscape operatives will require qualifications and or training to undertake activities such as use of machinery.
Topics may include:
- Health and safety in Horticulture
- Tools and machinery in Horticulture
- Record keeping and communication
- Biosecurity and plant health
- Vegetation control
- Plant identification and care.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is through multiple choice questions, observation of practical tasks, and professional discussions of your apprenticeship portfolio.
Progression Options
You could progress to a Level 3 Horticulture Supervisor apprenticeship or other relevant Level 3 courses.
Entry Requirements
You need GCSEs in English and maths at a grade 3 or above.
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