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Free Entry Level 3 Horticulture Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield

CostFREE
Duration370 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAim Awards awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Horticulture Course in Sutton-in-Ashfield. Classes run at Sutton Community Academy, part-time during the day. This free horticulture course for adults covers the practical and underpinning knowledge you need to work in horticulture industries. You'll study at a manageable pace, making it easier to fit around other commitments. The course runs for 370 hours in total. You'll need to be 19 or over at the start of the academic year and have been a resident in the EU for three or more years. An initial assessment will confirm the course is the right fit for you.

Who this course is for

TBC

Entry requirements

You must be 19+ at the beginning of the academic year to enrol on this course and be a resident within the EU for 3 years+.

This course is FREE for eligible learners. Please enquire further with us regarding the eligibility requirements.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in growing and maintaining plants.
  • You'll learn how to prepare and care for soil and growing environments.
  • You'll understand the tools and equipment used in horticulture work.
  • You'll learn how to identify common plants, weeds, and pests.
  • You'll develop safe working practices relevant to horticulture settings.
  • You'll build knowledge of seasonal tasks and garden maintenance routines.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Sutton Community Academy. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering the skills and knowledge needed for horticulture work. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and includes practical tasks and knowledge checks. Your tutor will track your progress as you work through each part of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sutton Community Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Gardener: maintain gardens, parks, and green spaces
  • Grounds maintenance operative: care for sports grounds and public areas
  • Nursery worker: grow and tend plants in a commercial nursery
  • Landscape labourer: support landscaping teams on outdoor projects
  • Cemetery and parks operative: maintain public green spaces for councils

What you could study next

  • Level 1 Award or Certificate in Horticulture: a natural next step to build on your Entry Level skills and take on more complex horticulture tasks.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Horticulture: moves you toward skilled gardening and grounds maintenance roles.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Work-based Horticulture: combines practical workplace experience with a recognised qualification.
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