Shipley College Part-time Prospectus 2016-17
We are a small, friendly college with great facilities, clubs and activities based in the heart of Saltaire. We have a range of courses to help you fulfil your personal goals or develop skills to help enhance your job prospects for the future.
We are a small, friendly college with great facilities, clubs and activities based in the heart of Saltaire. We have a range of courses to help you fulfil your personal goals or develop skills to help enhance your job prospects for the future.
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HORTICULTURE BTEC LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA<br />
Level 2 Entitlement may apply to you<br />
This course is a great starting point to improve your career options whether you are looking for a new career, already<br />
working in the industry or want to develop your interest in the natural environment. You will learn how to maintain &<br />
propagate plants, understand how plants grow, use tools & machinery, as well as gain knowledge & understanding of<br />
the industry through talks & visits. Assessment is through portfolio and assignment work. This popular course can lead<br />
to employment in garden maintenance, landscaping or plant nurseries, or you can progress on to further qualifications.<br />
Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest.<br />
Level Code Start Date End Date Start Time End Time Day Fees Duration Venue<br />
Level 2 0/7006/A 12 Sep 16 03 Apr <strong>17</strong> 9am 4pm Monday £460 25 Weeks <strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
HORTICULTURE BTEC LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA (90 CREDIT)<br />
Level 3 Entitlement (or 19+ Advanced Learner Loan) may apply to you<br />
This course is ideal for anyone thinking of a career change or wanting to increase their horticultural skills and gain a<br />
recognised qualification. You will develop skills in decorative horticulture, hard landscaping and plant use & maintenance<br />
as well as plant & soil science. A specialist project will allow you the flexibility to study an area for either personal<br />
interest or career development. Assessment is through portfolio and assignment work requiring personal <strong>time</strong> to be<br />
set aside for homework. To apply you need a Level 2 qualification in a related course (including 4 GCSEs), relevant<br />
experience or a keen interest in horticulture.<br />
Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327 to register your interest. If you are aged 19<br />
or over then you may be able to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan.<br />
Level Code Start Date End Date Start Time End Time Day Fees Duration Venue<br />
Level 3 0/7437/0 21 Sep 16 28 Jun <strong>17</strong> 9am 4pm Wednesday £3585 34 Weeks <strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
HORTICULTURE - WORK-BASED COURSES<br />
HORTICULTURE WORK-BASED LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA<br />
A 100% fee reduction may apply to you if in receipt of JSA or ESA (WRAG)<br />
This course is ideal if you want to gain work-based specialist skills and experience in horticulture. You will cover craft<br />
level practical skills including site preparation, maintenance of machinery, plant care, propagation, plant identification,<br />
amenity turf care and specialist horticulture options. You need to be working (full or part-<strong>time</strong>) in the industry in order<br />
to gain the practical experience required to complete the course. Assessment is through practical observation and a<br />
student portfolio. On successful completion of this course, you can progress on to the Horticulture Work-based Level 3<br />
Diploma or the Horticulture BTEC Level 3 Diploma. Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone<br />
01274 327327 to register your interest.<br />
Level Code Start Date End Date Start Time End Time Day Fees Duration Venue<br />
Level 2 0/7120/0 13 Sep 16 20 Jun <strong>17</strong> 9am 4:15pm Tuesday £520 34 Weeks <strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
<strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong> | 01274 327327 | enrolments@shipley.ac.uk | www.shipley.ac.uk<br />
Also available as an Apprenticeship<br />
HORTICULTURE WORK-BASED LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA<br />
Level 3 Entitlement (or 19+ Advanced Learner Loan) may apply to you<br />
This course is ideal if you want to increase your skills for a supervisory role or update your existing knowledge. You will<br />
need a full craft certificate or relevant experience in the industry. There are a number of options including Landscaping<br />
or Sports Turf. The Landscaping option includes surveying and assessing sites, garden design practices, plant<br />
knowledge, soft landscaping skills and managing oneself. The Sports Turf option involves all aspects of managing sports<br />
turf including soil, water and ancillary planted areas. You can progress on to the Horticulture BTEC Level 3 Diploma or on<br />
to a full-<strong>time</strong> or part-<strong>time</strong> degree.<br />
Admission is by a short, informal discussion - please phone 01274 327327. If you are aged 19 or over then you may be able<br />
to apply for a 19+ Advanced Learner Loan.<br />
Level Code Start Date End Date Start Time End Time Day Fees Duration Venue<br />
Level 3 0/7125/0 14 Sep 16 21 Jun <strong>17</strong> 9am 1pm Wednesday £3000 34 Weeks <strong>Shipley</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Also available as an Apprenticeship<br />
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