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Entry Level 3 Further Learning and Employment Skills Course in Chelmsford

CostFREE
Duration5 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOpen Awards awarding body
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About this course

Entry Level 3 Further Learning and Employment Skills Course in Chelmsford. Classes run at ACL Chelmsford, part-time during the day. Funding may be available depending on your circumstances, so fees may or may not apply. The course runs for around 5 hours and focuses on practical skills for working in gardening and horticulture. You'll cover health and safety, seed sowing, plant propagation, composting, and soil care. These are the kinds of entry level further learning and employment skills classes that fit around other commitments.

Who this course is for

Are you looking to gain employment in gardening and horticulture? This course is designed to help you develop essential practical skills for working in the sector. You will learn about health and safety, seed sowing, plant propagation, composting and soil

What you will learn

  • You'll learn health and safety practices relevant to outdoor and horticultural work.
  • You'll practise seed sowing techniques used in gardening and horticulture.
  • You'll explore plant propagation methods.
  • You'll understand composting processes and how to manage organic material.
  • You'll develop knowledge of soil types and soil care.
  • You'll build practical skills that support entry into employment in the gardening sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at ACL Chelmsford. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering the core skills needed for the sector. Assessment is carried out through the tasks and activities completed during the course. Your tutor will guide you through each topic and check your understanding as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. ACL Chelmsford will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Gardener or grounds maintenance worker, maintaining outdoor spaces
  • Horticulture assistant, supporting plant growing and nursery work
  • Parks and green spaces operative, working for local councils
  • Support worker, assisting people in community or care settings
  • Caretaker or site operative, maintaining buildings and grounds

What you could study next

After completing this further learning and employment skills qualification, you could move on to a Level 1 Award or Certificate in Horticulture or Land-based Studies to deepen your practical knowledge. If you're interested in support work, a Level 1 or Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care would be a natural next step. You could also work toward Functional Skills in English and Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1 to strengthen your options for further training or employment.

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