Overview
Principles of Plant Growth & Development RHS Level 2 CertificateThis course allows learners to develop a level of plant knowledge deemed essential by horticultural industries. It equips learners with a knowledge and understanding to progress to employment within the horticultural sector. It assesses the knowledge of scientific principles underpinning horticultural practices and supports career development for those already working in the profession.
Shuttleworth College’s horticultural facilities allow demonstration to learners of the principles described in lessons. Our staff are experienced within the Horticultural field.
Course information
Need to know
Entry requirements
Practical gardening experience and basic English and Maths skills to complete the examinations. (Desirable).
What qualification will I gain?
RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Horticulture.
How will I be assessed?
This qualification is entirely assessed by unseen written exams -one for each unit in which all topics will be covered.
Course content
What will I study?
Unit 1
- Plant Science 1
- Plant Health
- Plant Nutrition
- Plant Specifications
Unit 2
- Plant Science 2 (Plant adaptations)
- Planting Styles
- Horticulture and Society
- Biodiversity.
Next steps
Course progression:
You can progress either to the Level 2 practical unit, or when both the Principles of Horticulture and Practical sections are achieve, you can then progress to the Level 3 units.
Career progression:
The qualification could lead to a career change or progression within the work place.
Additional information
Learners will need a notebook and pen and methods of recording information seen on visits – this may be done with a camera phone.
Combining the Level 2 Theory and Practical qualification gives you the RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practices of Horticulture.
If you are taking the former Diploma course at Level 2 this course can be used to replace the Plant Growth section.
Any questions?
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Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.