Horticulture (General)

Course summary

As you might expect there is a strong emphasis on the practical skills required to progress and be effective in the horticultural sector. This includes use of machinery such as strimmer's and mowers and power tools such as hedge cutters. It also includes the use of hand tools involved with the growing and maintaining of plants as well as wider aspects of estate and garden maintenance. Courses are delivered using a range of methods including classroom based exercises, in the workplace or online study. This horticulture course can lead to a career areas such as: • Horticultural Technician • Plant Care Worker • Nursery Operative • Landscape Designer • Inspector • Consultant • Small Business Owner • Gardener • Grower • Grounds Maintenance