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As part of this course you will cover a range of topics including:
This qualification is assessed through a range of methods. This includes formative assessment of skills by tutors at RHS centres, and a range of summative short-answer tests, as well as direct observation by RHS Assessors.
This qualification has been designed to provide learners with the breadth of horticultural knowledge and skills required to carry out routine tasks proficiently in a variety of contexts. It supports progression to employment within areas of horticultural industries (such as professional gardening, landscaping, plant production and garden retail), as well as supporting learning in entry level roles in horticulture.
This course is also designed to meet the needs of the amateur gardener.
Level 2 (or equivalent) in English Language, but all applications are considered.
All learners will be working in our glasshouse and on the grounds and will be required to wear appropriate PPE.
Learners should ensure they have purchased steel toe capped boots and suitable gardening gloves.
Please see our Group entry requirements
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New Dover Road
Canterbury, Kent
CT1 3AJ
Telephone:
01227 811111
Email:
iag@eastkent.ac.uk