RHS Practical - Certificate in Practical Horticulture
RHS Level 2 Certificate
COMPLETE YOUR RHS LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE AT PLUMPTON COLLEGE
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RHS have redsigned their RHS Level 2 Certificate for those wanting a route to employment in professional horticulture or further personal interest. Designed to be studied individually on a part-time basis they're flexible to any schedule. The RHS Level 2 Certificate is awarded to those that who successfully achieve the RHS Level 2 certificates Practical Horticulture and Prinicples of Plant Growth and Development.
RHS Certificate in Practical Horticulture
The RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture combines both practical and theoretical elements of Horticulture. Our unique delivery will develops core skills and providie hands on experience across a range of tasks throughout the year.
Each unit is assessed by set practical activities and ongoing written assessments. There will be a final assessment through both an examination of knowledge learned and an End Point Assessment that is conducted by an external RHS Examiner onsite at One Garden.
- Plant identification,
- Plant Establishment and Propagation
- Plant Health/Care and Pruning
- Establishment and management of turf, and maintenance of garden features.
Please note that due to the continual assessment within this course, a minimum of 95% attendance is required.
Course details
Dates & Location | Wednesday 18th September 2024 - Wednesday 25th June 2025 |
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Duration | 10:00 - 15:00 1 day per week 36 weeks |
Costs | £655.00 This course could be FREE. If you are unemployed and in receipt of state benefits or working and your income is under £20, 319 you could be entitled to financial support towards the course fees or even study for free. |
Entry Requirements
An existing horticultural qualification is strongly recommended or related industry experience.
Please note that due to the continual assessment within this course, a minimum of 95% attendance is required.
General Stationary for learning (Notepad, Pen, Digital device such a tablet and/or PC)
You will require steel toe capped boots, you may wish to bring your own secateurs.
Facilities
One Garden Brighton
The recent restoration of the walled garden has been managed by Plumpton College. One Garden Brighton is the home of the college’s horticultural centre of excellence, a space for training and education. The campus buildings are nestled within the walls itself and you will see students designing, planting and maintaining the grounds as a showcase for innovation.
One Garden Brighton is place for everyone, a garden made for people. We are a part of our local community; a place to connect, improve wellbeing and discover something new. We support local producers, people and nurture local networks focused on enriching all who visit.
Future Opportunities
The RHS L2 course will provide successful candidates with the ability to:
- Enter the world of work at a entry level
- Progression to L3 Study
- Progression to our new degree programme in Sustainable Horticulture
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