Overview
Practical Horticulture & GardeningThinking of a career change? Or want to learn new skills to maintain your own garden. This course gives an excellent introduction to the gardening element of horticulture.
Covers basic skills and introduces key concepts on which more complex skills and experience are built. This is a gentle introduction, ideal for those considering a career change or just wanting to learn more about their own garden.
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Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this course, just a desire to learn.
Assessment methods
Continuous assessment during course with feedback from tutor.
Course content
You will study:
- Plant identification
- Tool use
- Planting
- Basic pruning
- Soil maintenance
- Other horticultural areas
Next steps
Course progression:
- RHS level 2 practical certificate
- RHS level 2 theory certificate
- Professional short courses
Career progressions:
- Under gardener
- Horticultural trainee
Additional information
Outdoor clothing, safety boots and gloves needed.
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Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
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