Practical Horticulture Skills

City and Guilds Certificate , Level 2
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“The tutors here, they are really interactive and they’re always there, even outside of lessons whenever you need something, we don’t go around calling everyone Sir or Miss, second names – we use first names for everything and there’s a more relaxed and friendly communication between the tutors and the students.”

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I think I’ve really enjoyed the fact that I’ve had to make new friendships, especially because I didn’t know anyone coming in – but after the first few weeks I think I’ve adapted to it really well.

Dan

“When I first came I didn’t know anybody at the college but because it’s people you’re surrounded by and people with similar interests to you, you do make friends quickly and you make really close friendships with people because you’re listening to the same things and you’re going through the same things, and you can help each other as well.”

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Course Information

Introduction

The horticulture sector is made up of many diverse industries delivering the science, art, technology and business of ‘growing plants’. The careers within horticulture are varied and range from crop production (fruit, vegetables, flowers, trees & shrubs and glasshouse crops), to landscaping, garden design and sports turf.

Overview

This course allow learners to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression within horticulture.

Who is this course for?

This course is for learners aged over 16, no previous knowledge or experience required just a passion and interest in plants.

Course units/modules

Modules are subject to change:

  • Laying hard surfaces for external landscaping
  • Construct and maintain boundaries
  • Plant out container-grown plants
  • Care for a planted area
  • Train and prune fruit trees

Benefits and skills

This course will give you the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to enter employment or progress onto further education in the horticulture sector.

Entry requirements

4 GCSE's at Grade 3 or above.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

Learners can progress onto further education or employment.

Assessment types

The course is assessed through module theory assessments and practical tasks.

Course details

Duration: 1 year
Start Date: 14/09/2026
Fees (16-18): No fee
Study Type: Full time
Course Code: 89399-01

Employment Statistics

  • Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture

    Average Salary
    £37,960
  • Horticultural trades

    Average Salary
    £24,440
  • Skilled metal, electrical and electronic trades supervisors

    Average Salary
    £41,600

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