This programme provides a route to employment as a professional Landscaper by developing essential skills and assessing knowledge of the principles underpinning horticultural and Landscape practices and supports career development for those already working in the profession. It also provides a foundation for further training and education. All 16-19 year olds on full-time programmes will be required to retake GCSE English and Maths or to undertake Functional Skills, if they have not already attained the equivalent of a GCSE grade C in these subjects, every year of their course, until they complete their studies. Those wishing to gain employment within the landscaping industry or undertake higher level studies. At Merrist Wood we have over 50 years experience in providing specialist training in landscape construction and amenity horticulture. Practical work is carried out in our dedicated landscape workshops and the extensive college grounds under the direction of skilled and experienced tutors from the industry.
Course details
Qualification name | BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Horticulture |
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Qualification level | 3 |
Awarding organisation | Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) |
Learning method | Classroom based |
Course type | Free Courses for Jobs |
Course hours | Full-time |
Course start date | 11th September 2024 |
Cost | £4,425.00 |
Cost description | Advanced Learner Loan, free for 16-18yrs. |
Attendance pattern | Daytime |
At least five GCSEs at grade 9–4 (grade A*–C), including Maths, English and a Science, or a relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit or above.
Programme content includes: Units year 1:Professional working responsibilities, Plant and Soil Science, Identification, planting and care of plants, Routine plant management, Plant propagation activities, Work experience in the land-based sectors, Estate skills, . Units year 2:Contemporary issues in the land-based sectors, Tree and Shrub pruning an
A combination of practical and theory sessions based in the classroom, workshop or extensive college grounds.
You must be able to demonstrate your commitment to the course and should be aware that individual directed study will be necessary to complete the course. Visits are made to local gardens, work sites and nurseries.
A combination of practical and theory sessions based in the classroom, workshop or extensive college grounds.
On successful completion of this course, you could progress to a Foundation Degree, BSc, HND, or pursue work in the landscape industry.
Name | Merrist Wood College |
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Address |
Worplesdon Guildford Surrey GU3 3PE Find on Google maps |
enquiries@activatelearning.ac.uk | |
Website | https://merristwood.activatelearning.ac.uk |