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Horticulture
Diploma (Work Based) - Level 2
Duration: 1 year
location: JPC-M
Horticulture
Diploma - Level 2
Duration: 1 year
location: HC
About the course
The level 2 diploma in work based horticulture will give
you a general overview of the horticultural industry
for those intending to work in horticulture and,
depending on grades, offers progression to the level 3
subsidiary diploma in horticulture at Leeds City College
(Horsforth). You will develop an understanding and
practical skills covering a wide range of horticultural
related disciplines such as plant and soil science, practical
landscaping skills and planting methods.
You will learn about:
Health and Safety monitoring, In-depth plant and weed
identification and knowledge, The ability to identify and
report plant pests, diseases and disorders, Ground and
growing media preparation
Plant seeds, prick out seedlings and establish plants in
soil, Hard landscaping skills such as paving and fence
building.
Entry Requirements
1 grade C and 2 grades at D GCSE, including maths,
English and science. Relevant industry experience is also
considered. In all cases, we interview you to assess your
ability to benefit from the course.
All learners are recommended to have a current tetanus
vaccination and need to provide their own safety boots.
Future Opportunities
The Level 2 Diploma in Work Based Horticulture is a
nationally recognised qualification.
Successful students could move into employment
such as landscaping, council work, forestry and self
employment. Learners can also progress (depending on
grades) to a Level 3 Subsidiary Horticulture programme
at Leeds City College (Horsforth Campus). This offers
access to related degree programmes (also offered at
Leeds City College).
About the course
The level 2 diploma in horticulture will give you a
general overview of the horticultural industry for those
intending to work in horticulture and, depending on
grades, offers progression to the level 3 subsidiary
diploma in horticulture at Leeds City College. You will
develop an understanding and practical skills covering
a wide range of horticultural related disciplines such as
plant and soil science, practical landscaping skills and
planting methods.
You can study a variety of topics including the Principles
of Plant and Soil Science, Landscape Construction, Estate
Maintenance, Environment and Land-based Business,
Maintaining Plants Outdoors.
You will also spend 150 hours on work placement which
will be completed in a horticultural related sector,
generally for one day per week over the course of the
year.
Entry Requirements
1 grade C and 2 grades at D GCSE, including maths,
English and science. Relevant industry experience is also
considered. In all cases, we interview you to assess your
ability to benefit from the course.
All learners are recommended to have a current tetanus
vaccination and need to provide their own safety boots.
Future Opportunities
The Edexcel Level 2 Diploma in Horticulture is a
nationally recognised qualification.
Successful students have obtained employment in
game keeping, private Landscaping and with local
councils, forestry and self employment. Learners can also
progress (depending on grades) to a Level 3 Subsidiary
Horticulture programme at Leeds City College. This
offers access to related degree programmes.
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