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Level 2 Horticulture/Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship
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Subject
Horticulture
Level
Level 2
Study Mode
Full-Time
Duration
1.5 - 2 years
Start Date
Any Time
The course
This apprenticeship will prepare you for work as a Horticulture and Landscape Operative. You will to build up knowledge and skills of the horticulture industry whilst working and earning a wage.
Course Information
- To develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours as required for employment and future career progression within the industry.
- Principles of plant growth and development
- Plant nutrition requirements
- Ways to reduce waste
- How to use equipment correctly
- Cultivating soils for differing purposes
- Controlling plant pests and diseases
- Identifying plants
You will need appropriate employment in the horticultural or landscaping industry. It is preferable that you have GCSE English and Maths at grade 3 or above.
You will develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours through theory and practical-based lessons
You will be released from work one day per week to undertake training at college.
- Stationery such as pens and paper
- An electronic device to access online learning, i.e. a laptop
- Boots, heavy duty gloves and appropriate outdoor wear for practical sessions